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GALOP™ Antibody Test #261
Type of Disorder: Peripheral Neuropathy
Typical Presentation: Symmetric, distal sensory neuropathy, often with gait ataxia
Disease(s) tested for: Gait associated late onset polyneuropathy
Test Details
Test Code: 261
Profiles that contain this test: SensoriMotor Neuropathy Profile-Complete, Sensory Neuropathy Profile-xp
Informed Consent Required: No
Medicare ABN Required: No
Special Notes: N/A
Technical Information
Utility: Detection of serum IgM binding to GALOP antigen
Methodology: ELISA
Reference Value: Titers<10,000
CPT Code(s): 83520(2)
Patents: 6,121,004
Shipping Considerations
Preferred Specimen Requirements
Minimum Volume: 2ml
Collection Tube: Red top
Minimum Volume: 10ml
Collection Tube: red top
Storage Conditions: Refrigerate if not shipped same day. Serum stable up to three days. Ship whole blood immediately.
Shipping Conditions: Room temperature, avoid freezing. Ship same day.
Test Turnaround: 7-10 days
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