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HelpTest Code APBTC Adaptor Protein 3 Beta2 (AP3B2) Antibody, Tissue Immunofluorescence Titer, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
-MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Preferred: Vial number 1
Acceptable: Any vial
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Testing Algorithm
If the indirect immunofluorescence pattern suggests AP3B2 (adaptor protein 3 beta2), then AP3B2 antibody cell-binding assay (CBA) and this test will be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
-MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Clinical Information
AP3B2 (adaptor protein 3 beta2)-IgG is a marker of an autoimmune disorder unified by gait instability as the predominant neurologic presentation. Patients present with either cerebellar, dorsal column, or sensory neuronal dysfunction. Clinical improvement following treatment has been reported. AP3B2 autoimmunity appears rare, is accompanied by ataxia (sensory or cerebellar), and is potentially treatable.
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
-MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
<1:2
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
5 to 10 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86256