Musk Antibody (Serum)
Detects antibodies against muscle-specific kinase (MuSK) to diagnose myasthenia gravis in seronegative cases.
Musk Antibody (Serum) Test in Faizabad Overview
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What is the MuSK Antibody (Serum) test?
The MuSK Antibody (Serum) test is a blood test used to detect antibodies against Muscle-
Specific Kinase (MuSK). These antibodies are associated with Myasthenia Gravis, an autoimmune neuromuscular disorder that causes muscle weakness.
Why is the MuSK Antibody (Serum) test done?
- To help diagnose Myasthenia
- To identify MuSK antibody-positive autoimmune neuromuscular
- To investigate unexplained muscle weakness and
- To support neurological disorder
Who should get tested for the MuSK Antibody (Serum) test?
- Individuals with muscle weakness, drooping eyelids, or difficulty
- Patients suspected of having Myasthenia
- Individuals with negative acetylcholine receptor antibody results but persistent
- Patients referred by neurologists for autoimmune neuromuscular
More about the MuSK Antibody (Serum) test
MuSK antibodies are found in a subset of patients with Myasthenia Gravis. The test is particularly useful when standard antibody tests are negative. Early diagnosis can help improve treatment outcomes and symptom management.
Other/Similar names of the test
- Muscle-Specific Kinase Antibody Test
- MuSK Autoantibody Test
- Myasthenia Gravis Antibody Test
- Neuromuscular Autoimmune Antibody Test
Patients with muscle weakness, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, or suspected autoimmune neuromuscular disorders should undergo this test.
A blood sample is analyzed using an enzyme immunoassay (EIA) to detect MUSK antibodies.
A positive result supports a diagnosis of MUSK-positive myasthenia gravis.
Yes, treatments like immunosuppressants and plasmapheresis help manage symptoms.
Test code
4065
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Yellow Vacutainer | 1 ML |
Specimen stability information
Serum
Specimen rejection criteria
Test run frequency
Monday,Thursday TIME - 11:00
Turn around time
Same Day
Performing locations
Department
- Eia - Auto Immune
CPT and Loinc codes
Package price
₹8000
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