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Acetylcholine Receptor Antibodies

Source Blood
Mnemonic ACETREAB
Specimen Requirements 1 x 3.5 mL gold top SST tube 
Specimen Handling PSC & RRL:
Centrifuge, pour off, and transport serum on ice to DSC.

Extra-regional:
Centrifuge, pour off, and freeze serum prior to transport to DSC.

DSC:
Freeze specimens upon receipt in lab; ensure frozen specimens do not thaw.
Additional Information Send specimen in a separate bag with special history form (history forms available from CLS Referrals, 403-770-3285).
Testing Location UBC Neuro-Immunology Laboratory
Testing Frequency
Alternate Name(s) Cholinergic Receptor Antibody, Anti Acetylcholine Receptor Antibodies
Reference Interval