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Ganglioside GD1b Antibody (IgM), EIA
Test CodeGD1bM
Quest Code
37439
Alias/See Also
37439
CPT Codes
83520
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is preferred
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Night Sets up 2 days a week.
Report Available
Reports in 2 days.
Reference Range
≤1:800 titer
Clinical Significance
Ganglioside GD1b Antibody IgM is associated with chronic sensory ataxia neuropathy, sometimes in association with fixed or transient extracellular or bulbar involvement.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
33608 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92690-6130