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HMG-CoA Reductase Antibodies

Also known 3-Hydroxy-3-Methylglutaryl-CoA reductase (HMGCR)

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Description

HMGCR autoantibodies supports the clinical diagnosis of necrotizing autoimmune myopathy (NAM). Confirmation with muscle biopsy is recommended. Negative results do not exclude the diagnosis of necrotizing autoimmune myopathy (NAM). approximately 35% of cases of NAM are associated with autoantibodies against 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA reductase (HMGCR).

Test Code: H0452

Technique: Chemiluminescence Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)

Sample: 2 ml. (1 ml. Minimum) Serum from 1 SST (GelBarrier Tube).

Temp: 2-8C

Reported on: 5th by 7:00 p.m.

Precaution

Provide brief clinical history.

NRS. 24000 NRS. 25000

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