MOG Antibody
| Category | Immunology |
|---|---|
| Test background |
Antibodies to myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) can be seen in patients with optic neuritis, transverse myelitis and ADEM (acute disseminated encephalomyelitis). |
| Clinical Indications |
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) |
| Reference range | Negative |
| Sample & container required | Serum (rust top RST tube) |
| Sample volume | 5-10 mL blood (1 mL serum) |
| Turnaround time | 28 days |
| Notes | This test is a cell-based method performed by indirect immunofluorescence on fixed transfected cells performed at Neuroimmunology, Queens Square. |