Immunolife-Myasthenia Gravis Panel
Test Name
Immunolife-Myasthenia Gravis Panel
Home Collection, Lab Visit
Test Code
IMMNUNO0003
Test Components/ Genes/ Parameters
Acetylcholine Receptor Binding Antibody/Striated/skeletal Muscle antibody in Dilutions, Anti Musk Antibody, Serum
Sample Report
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Test Information
TAT DETAILS
Report within 7 days
PRE-TEST INSTRUCTIONS
NA
CLINICAL UTILITY
Helps to diagnose myasthenia gravis (MG) and distinguish between MG and other conditions.
SPECIMEN STABILITY
3 days
METHODOLOGY
ELISA
STORAGE TEMPERATURE
2-8°C, Do not freeze
SPECIMEN TYPE
Serum
Frequently Asked Questions
Immunolife-Myasthenia Gravis Panel
Helps to diagnose myasthenia gravis (MG) and distinguish between MG and other conditions.
One should go for this test if he/ she notices symptoms, which vary in type, severity and combination, may include like Drooping of one or both eyelids, Double or blurred vision, Weakness in arms, hands, fingers, neck, face or legs
This test requires a blood sample. A tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is then asked to make a fist. This helps in the build-up of blood filling the veins. The skin is disinfected before needle insertion and the blood sample is collected in vacutainer.
No associated risks
Based on the presence or absence of autoantibodies against each of the antigen (Positive or Negative Result) along with the intensity and class of each antibody, the overall result can be determined.