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Anti Cspr2

Alternative Names:Anti-CASPR2
Contactin-associated protein 2 Indirect immunofluorescence
CASPR2
Laboratory:Molecular
Test Code:CAP
Medicare rebatable:No
Registration Instructions:

 

CSF sample should be directed to Microbiology (NPV) prior to forwarding to refer laboratory.

Can be ordered in combination with NMDA, GABAB, AMPA, ANTI- LGI1, ANTI-DPPX, ANTI- VGKC. (1.0ml csf is adequate for combination testing).

Samples suitable for auto-antibody screening:

Blood Serum: request for 5.0 mls of blood collected in serum gel tubes (SST).

CSF: request for 1.0mls

Samples not available for delivery following collection are to be stored at 4 oC and delivered on ice. Storage at 4 oC is suitable for up to 2 weeks thereafter samples need to be frozen and sent on dry ice.

 

Specimen Types:Serum
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Container Types:
SST
CSF Tube 1
SST
Adults Volume or Mass:5 mL
Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:Store at 4'C
Assay Frequency:Fortnightly
External Laboratory:Mitochondrial and Autoimmune Neurological Disorder
  External Laboratory details...
External Transport Instructions:Send at 4'C with Ice Pack
Additional Notes:

Contact Us:

Director of Diagnostic Lab: Professor Steve Collins

Scientists: Dr Rosetta Marotta

Email: rosetta.marotta@svhm.org.au

Ms Judy Chin

Ms Maria Chiotis

Laboratory Hours: 9am – 5pm

Mon-Fri (except public holidays).

No urgent testing unless specified.

 

USEFUL LINKS

 

Frozen Section Booking Form