Test ID AAGFS Alpha-3 Beta-4 Ganglionic Neuronal Acetylcholine Receptor Binding Antibody, Flow Cytometry, Serum (Non-Orderable)
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of profile. For more information see:
-DYS2 / Dysautonomia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Serum
-GID2 / Gastrointestinal Dysmotility, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Serum
Secondary ID
622854Useful For
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
DYS2 / Dysautonomia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Serum
GID2 / Gastrointestinal Dysmotility, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Serum
Evaluating patients with suspected autoimmune autonomic ganglionopathy and autoimmune gastrointestinal dysmotility using serum specimens
Reporting alpha-3 beta-4 ganglionic neuronal acetylcholine receptor binding antibody results as part of a profile
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAGTS | AChR Alpha3 Gang Flow Titer, S | No | No |
Testing Algorithm
When the results of this assay require further evaluation, the reflex titer test will be performed at an additional charge.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of profile. For more information see:
-DYS2 / Dysautonomia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Serum
-GID2 / Gastrointestinal Dysmotility, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Serum
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Varies
Report Available
3 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86255