Test Category: Immunology
Investigation Name:CASPR2 Antibodies
Alias or Abbreviation:CASPR2
Intro:
Indication:Morvan syndrome, a sub type of limbic encephalitis.
Further information:
See autoimmune encephalitis screen.
Pathology Laboratory:Immunology Laboratory
Requestable Seperately?Yes
Minimum Sample Volume:0.5mL
Expected Turnaround Time:21 working days
Test Code:AENC
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)/ PlasmaComplex Reference Range:Positive/ Negative
Reference Laboratory Details:Immunology, Medical School, Birmingham
Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes
Storage Requirements:Ambient temperature
Posting Address / Requirements:1st class post/ Trust transport
NPEX / PDF Reporting Available:Yes
Lead Contact Details:rwh-tr.bcpsimmunologyclinicalqueries@nhs.net
Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.ImmunologyLab@nhs.net
Minimum Request Interval (MRI):70 days (10 weeks) over 16y only
Contact Number:01902 695279 or Ext 85279
