Test ID FGAGM Ganglioside (Asialo-GM1, GM1, GM2, GD1a, GD1b, and GQ1b) Antibodies
Method Name
Semi –Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
Reporting Name
Ganglioside Antibodies, IgG-IgMSpecimen Type
Serum SSTDraw blood in a serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Serum SST | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
Frozen | 365 days |
Reference Values
29 IV or less: Negative
30 – 50 IV: Equivocal
51 – 100 IV: Positive
101 IV or greater: Strong Positive
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
1 - 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved or cleared this test; however, FDA clearance or approval is not currently required for clinical use. The results are not intended to be used as the sole means for clinical diagnosis or patient management decisions.CPT Code Information
83516 x 6