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Test ID:
MGP SP
Myasthenia Gravis Panel (Anti-AChR and MuSK), Serum/Plasma; test site LHSC
Test Overview
Clinical Utility
Antibodies associated with Myasthenia Gravis.
Method
Fixed Cell-based Assay (CBA)
Result Included
Anti-AChR-E CBA; Anti-AChR-G CBA; Anti-MuSK CBA; ACHRMUSK Antibody
Aliases/Synonyms
ACHR Antibodies; AChRAb; MuSK Antibodies; MuSK Ab; Acetylcholine Receptor Antibody; Muscle Specific Tyrosine Kinase
Specimen
Specimen Type
Serum;PlasmaImportant Note: Myasthenia Gravis testing is available at multiple testing labs.
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID MGP SP when ordering this test. Not doing so will cause processing delays while ICL ascertains which test you are requesting.
Containers
Preferred Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel); Red top (no additive)
Acceptable Containers
Lavender top (EDTA); Green top (lithium heparin); Blue top (3.2% buffered citrate)
Volume
Sample Volume
2.0 mL
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 14 days | 30 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
9 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Anti-AChR-E CBANegative
-
Anti-AChR-G CBANegative
-
Anti-MuSK CBANegative
-
ACHRMUSK Antibody ResultInterpretation
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGP SP | Anti-AChR-E CBA, Serum | 64533 | |
| Anti-AChR-G CBA, Serum | 64534 | ||
| Anti-MuSK CBA, Serum | 64535 | ||
| ACHRMUSK Antibody Result | 64536 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-07-25