ANTI-MOG MYELIN OLIGODENDROCYTE GLYCOPROTEIN SERUM Test
Test Name: ANTI-MOG MYELIN OLIGODENDROCYTE GLYCOPROTEIN SERUM Test
Components: Price 1520.0 AED
Sample Condition: 2 mL (0.5 mL min) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
Report Delivery: SampleTue / Fri by 9 am; Report Same day
Method: Cell based assay, IFA
Test type: Disorders of Nervous System
Doctor: Neurologist
Test Department: IMMUNOPATHOLOGY
Pre Test Information: No special preparation needed.
Test Details
The anti-MOG (myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein) serum test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of antibodies against the MOG protein in the blood. MOG is a protein found on the surface of myelin, which is the protective covering of nerve fibers in the central nervous system.
The test is primarily used in the evaluation of demyelinating disorders, such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD). These conditions involve the immune system mistakenly attacking the myelin, leading to inflammation and damage to the nerves.
The presence of anti-MOG antibodies in the blood can help differentiate between MS and NMOSD, as well as other demyelinating disorders. It can also aid in predicting the course and prognosis of the disease, as patients with anti-MOG antibodies may have distinct clinical features and responses to treatment compared to those without these antibodies.
The test involves taking a blood sample from the patient, which is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. The presence and levels of anti-MOG antibodies are measured using various techniques, such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) or cell-based assays.
It is important to note that a positive anti-MOG serum test does not necessarily confirm a diagnosis of a specific demyelinating disorder, as other clinical and imaging findings are also considered. Therefore, the test results should be interpreted in conjunction with the patient’s symptoms, medical history, and other diagnostic tests.
| Test Name | ANTI-MOG MYELIN OLIGODENDROCYTE GLYCOPROTEIN SERUM Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 1520.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 2 mL (0.5 mL min) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Report Delivery | SampleTue / Fri by 9 am; Report Same day |
| Method | Cell based assay, IFA |
| Test type | Disorders of Nervous System |
| Doctor | Neurologist |
| Test Department: | IMMUNOPATHOLOGY |
| Pre Test Information | No special preparation needed. |
| Test Details |
The anti-MOG (myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein) serum test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of antibodies against the MOG protein in the blood. MOG is a protein found on the surface of myelin, which is the protective covering of nerve fibers in the central nervous system. The test is primarily used in the evaluation of demyelinating disorders, such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD). These conditions involve the immune system mistakenly attacking the myelin, leading to inflammation and damage to the nerves. The presence of anti-MOG antibodies in the blood can help differentiate between MS and NMOSD, as well as other demyelinating disorders. It can also aid in predicting the course and prognosis of the disease, as patients with anti-MOG antibodies may have distinct clinical features and responses to treatment compared to those without these antibodies. The test involves taking a blood sample from the patient, which is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. The presence and levels of anti-MOG antibodies are measured using various techniques, such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) or cell-based assays. It is important to note that a positive anti-MOG serum test does not necessarily confirm a diagnosis of a specific demyelinating disorder, as other clinical and imaging findings are also considered. Therefore, the test results should be interpreted in conjunction with the patient’s symptoms, medical history, and other diagnostic tests. |
