Myositis Specific 11 Antibody Panel
Also known as: Anti-p155/140, Nuclear matrix protein, Anti-p140 antibody, JDM, Juvenile dermatomyositis
Use
This panel assesses the presence of antibodies associated with myositis—particularly useful in diagnosing idiopathic inflammatory myopathies, such as polymyositis and dermatomyositis. Detection of one or more myositis‐specific antibodies aids in distinguishing clinical subtypes, guiding prognosis and immunotherapy decisions.
Special Instructions
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Limitations
Not available for New York patient testing; alternative test code 10185 (Myositis AssessR™ Plus Jo‑1 Antibody) should be used for NY patients ([intellitestmanager.questdiagnostics.com](https://intellitestmanager.questdiagnostics.com/home/output/222385?utm_source=openai)).
Methodology
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Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
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Related Documents
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