Myositis Immunoblot
The Myositis immunoblot is used after specific ANA patterns are detected on immunofluorescence, when there is no agreement with ENA ELISA results, and upon specific request.
The immuno blot detects IgG antibodies to cN-1A (inclusion body Myositis), MDA-5, Tif1-gamma, NXP-2, SAE-1, Mi-2a, Mi-2b, Ku, PM-Scl 100, PM-Scl-75, Jo-1, SRP, PL-7, PL-12, EJ, OJ and Ro52 in human serum.
Specimen requirements
Serum 1ml
Cost
Price on application
Laboratory turnaround time
14 days
Laboratory method
Immunoblot
Reference range/units
Positive or Negative
Associated tests
HMGCR Autoantibodies
Sample stability
2 months at 2-8ÂșC
Shipping and storage
UK and Ireland
Ambient temperature and first class post. Hays DX users please enquire via email below.
International
Ambient temperature if courier will deliver within 72 hours otherwise consider refrigerated transport. Freezing is not a requirement.
Ensure delivery Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30.
Further information and contact details
For further information, email immunologylab.enquiries@ouh.nhs.uk
Last reviewed:09 October 2023