Acetylcholine Receptor Antibody

Test Code
S16005
Results:
7-9 days.
Specimen
1.0 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
Test Description
Acetylcholine Receptor Ab

Assessment for the presence of antibodies against the acetylcholine receptor. A positive result supports a diagnosis of generalized acquired Myaesthenia Gravis.

Interferences: Immunosuppressive therapy for greater than 7 to 10 days.

Note: Immunosuppressive therapy with corticosteroids instituted prior to submission of results may lower antibody levels and give a false negative result.