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Paraneoplastic Autoantibody Profile Spinal Fluid

Order Code
505700
CPT
86255x11
Test Details
Synonyms

Autoimmune Paraneoplastic Panel

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Immunofluorescence, Immunoblot

Remarks

If reflex testing is performed, concomitant CPT codes/charges will apply

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects autoantibodies associated with paraneoplastic neurological syndromes (PNS), which our when the immune system mistakenly attacks the nervous system in response to cancer. It helps identify underlying malignancies such as small cell lung cancer or ovarian tumors.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile plastic 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 14 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 14 days
Order Code
505700
CPT
86255x11
Test Details
Synonyms

Autoimmune Paraneoplastic Panel

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Immunofluorescence, Immunoblot

Remarks

If reflex testing is performed, concomitant CPT codes/charges will apply

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects autoantibodies associated with paraneoplastic neurological syndromes (PNS), which our when the immune system mistakenly attacks the nervous system in response to cancer. It helps identify underlying malignancies such as small cell lung cancer or ovarian tumors.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile plastic 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 14 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 14 days