The Antibody Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel 2 is a diagnostic test that is used to identify autoantibodies that may be associated with autoimmune encephalitis, a rare but potentially serious neurological disorder. This test is typically ordered when a patient presents with symptoms such as confusion, memory loss, seizures, and/or behavioral changes that cannot be attributed to other causes.

The panel includes tests for several different autoantibodies that have been linked to autoimmune encephalitis, including:

• NMDA receptor antibodies
• GABA-B receptor antibodies
• AMPA receptor antibodies
• GAD65 antibodies
• Glycine receptor antibodies
• DPPX antibodies

Why is Antibody Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel 2 done?

The Antibody Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel 2 is done to help diagnose autoimmune encephalitis, a rare but potentially serious neurological disorder. Autoimmune encephalitis occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy brain cells, leading to inflammation and a range of neurological symptoms.

The panel tests for several different autoantibodies that have been linked to autoimmune encephalitis, including NMDA receptor antibodies, GABA-B receptor antibodies, AMPA receptor antibodies, GAD65 antibodies, Glycine receptor antibodies, and DPPX antibodies. The presence of these autoantibodies in a patient's blood can help clinicians make a diagnosis of autoimmune encephalitis.

Sample required for Antibody Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel 2

The sample required for the Antibody Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel 2 is a blood sample. Specifically, the test requires a venous blood sample, which is usually collected from a vein in the arm using a needle.

What is the Procedure for Antibody Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel 2?

Before the blood sample is taken, the healthcare provider may clean the area with an antiseptic solution and apply a tourniquet to make it easier to locate the vein. The needle is then inserted into the vein and a small amount of blood is drawn into a collection tube.

Preparation

It's important to follow any instructions provided by the healthcare provider before the test, such as fasting or avoiding certain medications, to ensure that the blood sample is suitable for testing.

Cost of Antibody Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel 2

The cost of Antibody Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel 2 near me in Delhi ranges from INR 20000 to INR 30000