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HelpTest Code T46IC Tripartite Motif-Containing Protein 46 (TRIM46) IgG, Tissue Immunofluorescence, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
ENC2 / Encephalopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
DMC2 / Dementia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
EPC2 / Epilepsy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Secondary ID
616446Useful For
Detecting tripartite motif-containing protein 46 (TRIM46)-IgG in cerebrospinal fluid specimens
Evaluation of an autoimmune/paraneoplastic neurological syndrome among patients presenting with cerebellar ataxia, encephalitis, or encephalomyelitis
Testing Algorithm
If the indirect immunofluorescence (IFA) pattern suggests tripartite motif-containing protein 46 (TRIM46) IgG, then TRIM46 antibody cell-binding assay and IFA titer will be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
ENC2 / Encephalopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
DMC2 / Dementia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
EPC2 / Epilepsy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
ENC2 / Encephalopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
DMC2 / Dementia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
EPC2 / Epilepsy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Negative
Interpretation
A positive result is consistent with a tripartite motif-containing protein 46 (TRIM46)-IgG associated autoimmune disease of the central nervous system. A paraneoplastic cause should be considered.
Method Description
The patient's sample is tested by a standardized immunofluorescence assay that uses a composite frozen section of mouse cerebellum, kidney, and gut tissues. After incubation with sample and washing, fluorescein-conjugated goat-antihuman IgG is applied. Neuron-specific autoantibodies are identified by their characteristic fluorescence staining patterns. Samples that are scored positive for any neuronal nuclear or cytoplasmic autoantibody are titrated to an endpoint. Interference by coexisting non-neuron-specific autoantibodies can usually be eliminated by serologic absorption.(Honorat JA, Komorowski L, Josephs KA, et al. IgLON5 antibody: Neurological accompaniments and outcomes in 20 patients. Neurol Neuroimmunol Neuroinflamm. 2017;4(5):e385. doi:10.1212/NXI.0000000000000385)
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
5 to 10 daysSpecimen Retention Time
28 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86255
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| T46IC | TRIM46 Ab IFA, CSF | 103843-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 616446 | TRIM46 Ab IFA, CSF | 103843-9 |