Musk Antibody (Serum)
Detects antibodies against muscle-specific kinase (MuSK) to diagnose myasthenia gravis in seronegative cases.
Musk Antibody (Serum) Test in Mangaluru Overview
No special preparations needed
- Musk Antibody
This test detects antibodies against Muscle-Specific Kinase (MUSK), helping diagnose myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular disorder.
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
₹9900
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