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HelpTest ID BLOD1526 N-Methyl-D-Aspartate Receptor Ab, IgG, Serum with Reflex to Titer
AKA
NMDA
Glutamate Receptor Antibodies
NMDA R
NMDA Receptor Ab
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) - Serum
Separate serum from cells within 2 hours of collection.
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.15 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 48 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks | preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 1 year |
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday and Friday
Report Available
1 - 5 days
Additional Information
If NMDA antibody IgG is positive, then an NMDA antibody IgG titer is reported at an additional charge.
Methodology
Semi-Quantitative Cell-Based Indirect Fluorescent Antibody (CBA-IFA)
Performing Lab
ARUP
CPT
86255
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 22518 | NMDA Receptor Ab, Serum |