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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
Special Notes: N/A
Technical Information
Utility: Detection of serum IgM binding to GALOP antigen
Methodology: ELISA
Reference Value: Titers<10,000
Patents: 6,121,004
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.
Stacked CPT Code(s): 83520(2)
CPT 2013: 83520(2)
Shipping Considerations
Please label each specimen tube with two forms of patient identification. These forms of identification must also appear on the requisition form.
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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