Myelin Antibody (IgG), IFA

Test Code

4639

CPT Codes
86255

Preferred Specimen

1 mL serum collected in a red-top tube (no gel)

Minimum Volume

0.3 mL

Instructions

Serum specimens should be collected under aseptic condition. Hemolysis should be avoided through prompt separation of the serum from the clot.

Transport Container

Transport tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 21 days

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Gross hemolysis • Lipemia • Specimens with visible particulate matter • Serum separator tube (SST)

Methodology
Indirect Immunofluorescence

FDA Status
This test was performed using a kit that has not been approved or cleared by the FDA. The analytical performance characteristics of this test have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. This test should not be used for diagnosis without confirmation by other medically established means.

Setup Schedule

Wed

Report Available

2-9 days

Reference Range

Negative

Clinical Significance

Antibodies against myelin are found in multiple sclerosis and other neurological diseases. However, the diagnostic value of this serum antibody is controversial, as high titers in healthy subjects can also be detected. Antibodies against myelin-associated glycoproteins are present at times with Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA

33608 Ortega Highway

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042

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