Test ID: ZG842
Component(s): Z5058 NMO IgG Autoantibodies LOINC: 68548-7
CPT code: 86051
LOINC:
Specimen Type: Red or SST
Frequency: 3 – 5 days
Instructions: 0.2 mL Serum from Red or SST, Refrigerated
Text: Establishing the diagnosis of neuromyelitis optica (NMO) and related disorders, including relapsing transverse myelitis or relapsing optic neuritis. Distinguishing NMO and NMO spectrum disorders from multiple sclerosis early in the course of disease. This test can also be used to trigger initiation and monitor effectiveness of therapy.
Methodology: Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)