NMDA Receptor Antibodies

Test information: N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antibodies are associated with the different sub units of the NMDA receptor. Antibodies to the delta or NR2 subunits of NMDA receptor are associated with limbic encephalitis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and ataxia

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

Can also offer test on CSF - Universal container

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• N/A;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

N/A

UKAS number

8782

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

Separate request card required https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/immunology/documents/request-card.pdf

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