Also known as: STRM
Striated muscle antibodies are found in association with Myasthenia gravis, particularly if there is an associated thymoma.
Specimen requirements
Serum or plasma - 1ml
Cost
Price on application
Laboratory turnaround time
14 days
Laboratory method
Indirect Immunofluorescence
Reference range/units
Positive or Negative
Associated tests
Not applicable
Sample stability
2 months at 2-8ºC
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
