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HelpTest Code CDS1 CNS Demyelinating Disease Evaluation, Serum
Ordering Guidance
Multiple neurological phenotype-specific autoimmune/paraneoplastic evaluations are available. For more information as well as phenotype-specific testing options, refer to Autoimmune Neurology Test Ordering Guide.
For a list of antibodies performed with each evaluation, see Autoimmune Neurology Antibody Matrix.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: For optimal antibody detection, specimen collection is recommended before initiation of immunosuppressant medication.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| NMOTS | NMO/AQP4 FACS Titer, S | No | No |
| MOGTS | MOG FACS Titer, S | No | No |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
MYELIN OLIGODENDROCYTE GLYCOPROTEIN FLORESCENCE-ACTIVATED CELL SORTING(FACS)
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
NEUROMYELITIS OPTICA/AQUAPORIN-4-IgG FACS
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
7 to 10 daysSpecimen Retention Time
28 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86053
86363
86053-Titer (if appropriate)
86363-Titer (if appropriate)