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NMO/AGP4 FACS, CSF

Message
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Test Code
NMOFC


Alias/See Also
NMO (Neuromyelitis Optica),
Aquaporin, Devic's Antibody,
Optic Neuritis Antibody,
Transverse Myelitis Antibody


CPT Codes
86053, 86256 if appropriate

Preferred Specimen
3 mL CSF


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Transport Container
Sterile vial


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 72 Hours
Refrigerated: 28 Days
Frozen: 28 Days


Methodology
Flow Cytometry

Setup Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday


Report Available
5 - 8 days


Clinical Significance
Diagnosis of a neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), Diagnosis of autoimmune AQP4 channelopathy, Distinguishing NMOSD from multiple sclerosis early in the course of disease


Performing Laboratory
MAYO CLINIC LABORATORIES
200 FIRST ST
ROCHESTER, MN 55905



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