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Acetylcholine Receptor (AChR)-blocking Antibodies

Order Code
085926
CPT
86042
Test Details
Synonyms

Myasthenia Gravis Antibody

TAT

11 days

Methodology

This assay measures antibodies that inhibit the binding of radiolabeled alpha-bungarotoxin (α-BTX) to solublized muscle AChR.

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Measures antibodies that block AChR function. Complements binding antibody tests in diagnosing myasthenia gravis.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 13 days
Refrigerated 13 days
Frozen 13 days
Order Code
085926
CPT
86042
Test Details
Synonyms

Myasthenia Gravis Antibody

TAT

11 days

Methodology

This assay measures antibodies that inhibit the binding of radiolabeled alpha-bungarotoxin (α-BTX) to solublized muscle AChR.

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Measures antibodies that block AChR function. Complements binding antibody tests in diagnosing myasthenia gravis.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 13 days
Refrigerated 13 days
Frozen 13 days