Co-GM1 Autoantibody Test

Test Code
271

Test Details


Test code:271
Type of disorder:Peripheral Neuropathy, Autoimmune
Disease(s) tested for:Sensory and Motor Neuropathies
Profiles that contain this test:Co-GM1 Quattro™ Autoantibody Test
Motor Neuropathy Profile-Complete
Multifocal Motor Neuropathy Evaluation
SensoriMotor Neuropathy Profile with Recombx®-Complete

Technical Information


Clinical Significance:Detection of anti-GM1 antibodies using covalent ELISA technology

Typical Presentation: Acute presentation of muscle weakness, areflexia, autonomic dysfunction, cranial nerve involvement
Methodology: ELISA
Reference Range:<=1:3200

CPT Coding


The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

CPT:83520(1)

Specimen Requirements


Please label each specimen tube with two forms of patient identification. These forms of identification must also appear on the requisition form.

Specimen Type:Serum
Specimen Stability: Room temperature: 72 hours, Refrigerated: 21 days, Frozen: 4 months,
Specimen Requirements: 2 mL (0.5 mL minimum) serum in a Red-top tube or Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Instructions:Serum must be separated from whole blood within 48 hours of collection.

Shipping Considerations


Transport Temperature:Refrigerated
Set-up/Analytic Time:7-10 days

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