Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / Myelin associated glycoprotein Anti-MAG IgM
Myelin associated glycoprotein Anti-MAG IgM
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Myelin associated glycoprotein Anti-MAG IgM |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | AMAG |
| Profile | N/A |
| Clinical Indication | Myelin Associated Glycoprotein (MAG) autoantibodies are frequently associated with peripheral neuropathy. These autoantibodies frequently occur with IgM paraproteinaemia. MAG autoantibodies, contribute directly to the pathogenesis of peripheral neuropathies. Patients with anti-MAG antibody titres may respond favourably to therapeutic intervention. Testing for the presence of these autoantibodies is useful for diagnosis as well as monitoring of therapy. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 1 mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 3 weeks |
| Laboratory | Immunology Laboratory, Oxford University Hospitals NHSFT |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
