DIAGNOSTIC TEST 085
Striational Antibodies
Diagnostic test for antibodies against striated muscle. For suspicion of myasthenia gravis, and thymoma.
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Indication
Suspicion of Myasthenia Gravis (MG) and thymoma
Sample material
Serum
- Minim. volume: 0,5 mL
Transport
- Within Sweden: room temperature
- International: cold
Method
Indirect immunofluorescence (IIF)
Reference interval
<1/20 negative
Result
Results are reported as negative or positive with fluorescence intensity.
Interpretation
Antibodies against striated muscle can be specific for Titin which is associated with late onset Myasthenia Gravis (MG).
References
- Romi F et al. J Neurol. 2000. Muscle autoantibodies in subgroups of myasthenia gravis patients. PMID: 10896269
- Loser V et al. Front Neurol. 2024. Autoantibodies in neuromuscular disorders: a review of their utility in clinical practice. PMID: 39555481
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How to order
This test is available worldwide for hospitals, clinics, and physicians.
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Print and complete the request form
Download the request form. Clearly state the name and phone number of the referring hospital, clinic, or physician. -
Prepare your samples
Serum: At least 0.5 mL serum (plain serum tubes without additives).
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Send samples and request form
Within Sweden
Samples can be sent at room temperature to:
Envelopes and smaller boxes:
Wieslab AB, Box 50117, 20211 Malmö, Sweden
Larger boxes and frozen samples:
Wieslab AB, Lundavägen 151, 21224 Malmö, Sweden
International
Send samples cold to:
Wieslab AB, Lundavägen 151, 21224 Malmö, Sweden
Last updated: 2025-10-09
