NMO IgG Antibody Test Price | Lahalak Platform
An accurate test to detect antibodies distinguishing neuromyelitis optica from multiple sclerosis, ensuring the correct immunotherapy is administered to prevent disability.
Scientific name: Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) IgG Antibody Test
This serological test measures the presence and quantity of IgG autoantibodies directed against aquaporin-4 receptors (Aquaporin-4 IgG Abs), formerly known as NMO-IgG. Aquaporin-4 is a water channel in the membranes of astrocytes in the central nervous system, particularly in the spinal cord and optic nerve. Detection of these antibodies is a key d...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate measurement of the presence and quantity of IgG antibodies to aquaporin-4 receptors in blood serum (usually by CBA or highly sensitive ELISA technology).
- Consult a neurologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required. The blood sample is drawn into a serum separation tube.
- It is requested as a targeted individual diagnostic test when there is strong clinical suspicion of NMOSD. It is an essential part of the diagnostic work and is often requested with MOG antibody testing and after MRI.
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