Autoimmune Encephalopathy Profile, Spinal Fluid
Also known as: Autoimmune Paraneoplastic Panel Spinal Fluid, Paraneoplastic
Use
This test is used for the detection of antineuronal autoantibodies that help in the diagnosis of paraneoplastic syndromes and autoimmune encephalopathies and related conditions.
Special Instructions
If reflex test is performed, additional charges/CPT code(s) may apply. Special instructions may be necessary depending on the specific reflex tests triggered by initial results.
Limitations
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Labcorp in accordance with CLIA requirements. However, it has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Certain analytical and interpretive constraints may apply, and test results should be considered alongside clinical evaluation.
Methodology
Immunoassay (Immunofluorescence, Immunoblot)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 94818-2
- 56850-1
- 44768-0
- 56959-0
- 90836-8
- 14247-1
- 90843-4
- 90845-9
- 90815-2
- 63216-6
- 90827-7
- 82989-5
- 93500-7
- 96481-7
- 90832-7
- 101229-3
- 90844-2
- 96467-6
- 90811-1
- 93491-9
- 93426-5
- 82988-7
- 94711-9
- 90820-2
- 90830-1
Result Turnaround Time
4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Sterile plastic tube
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; grossly lipemic; gross icterus
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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