Test Category: Immunology
Investigation Name:LGI1 Antibodies
Alias or Abbreviation:LGI1 abs, Potassium channel
Intro:
Indication:Facial brachial dystonic seizures (FBDS), a subtype of limbic encephalitis.
Further information:
See autoimmune encephalitis screen.
Pathology Laboratory:Immunology Laboratory
Requestable Seperately?Yes
Minimum Sample Volume:0.5mL Serum
Expected Turnaround Time:21 Working days
Test Code:AENC
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)/ PlasmaComplex Reference Range:Positive/ Negative
Collection Conditions / Other Information:Autoimmune encephalitis screen containing LGI1 and CASPR2 will be performed.
Reference Laboratory Details:Immunology, Medical School, Birmingham.
Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes
Storage Requirements:Ambient temperature
Posting Address / Requirements:1st class post/ Trust transport
Lead Contact Details:Clinical queries email:
rwh-tr.bcpsimmunologyclinicalqueries@nhs.net
Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.ImmunologyLab@nhs.net
Site Sample Tested:Immunology, New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton
Contact Number:01902 695 279 or Ext 85279
