Test Overview
Method
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
Result Included
Sulfatide IgG Titer; Sulfatide IgM Titer
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumVolume
Sample Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Comment
Gel-separator tubes are acceptable.
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Serum must be separated from whole blood within 48 hours of collection. Store and send cold.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 72 hours | 21 days | 1 Year |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
12 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Anti-Sulfatide IgGTitreNegative <1:2000
Positive ≥1:2000
Samples in the borderline range have an elevated level of anti-sulfatide antibodies on the screen assay, but the level of antibodies is below the positive cut-off value. -
Sulfatide IgM TiterNegative <1:2000
Positive ≥1:2000
Samples in the borderline range have an elevated level of anti-sulfatide antibodies on the screen assay, but the level of antibodies is below the positive cut-off value.
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-09-30