Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder
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Aquaporin-4 (AQP4) Antibodies by CBA, Serum
Test ID: AQP4BC S
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
Live Cell-based Assay (CBA)
Report Includes
AQP4
Specimens
Serum
Test Location
BC Neuroimmunology Lab, Room S-157, 2211 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver BC V6T 2B5
Test Version
7-Jun-2024
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Collection Containers
SST (Gold Top)
Sample Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send frozen (preferred).
Stability
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 30 days |
Additional Stability Information
If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Icterus | Present |
|---|
Test Version
7-Jun-2024
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Live Cell-based Assay (CBA)
Turnaround Time
25 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AQP4 Ab |
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Test Location
BC Neuroimmunology Lab, Room S-157, 2211 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver BC V6T 2B5
Test Version
7-Jun-2024
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AQP4BC S | 64288AQP4 Ab, S |
Test Version
7-Jun-2024