Test Id : NCDTC
Neurochondrin Antibody, Tissue Immunofluorescence Titer, Spinal Fluid
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Detecting neurochondrin-IgG in spinal fluid (CSF) from patients presenting with cerebellar and brainstem syndrome
Reporting an end titer result from CSF specimens
Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
If the indirect immunofluorescence pattern suggests neurochondrin, then neurochondrin antibody cell-binding assay and this test will be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
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Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
-DMC2 / Dementia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-ENC2 / Encephalopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-EPC2 / Epilepsy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-PCDEC / Pediatric Autoimmune Encephalopathy/CNS Disorder Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
NY State Available
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Reporting Name
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Aliases
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NCDN
Neurochondrin
Norbin (mouse homolog)
Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
If the indirect immunofluorescence pattern suggests neurochondrin, then neurochondrin antibody cell-binding assay and this test will be performed at an additional charge.
Specimen Type
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CSF
Specimen Required
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
-DMC2 / Dementia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-ENC2 / Encephalopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-EPC2 / Epilepsy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-PCDEC / Pediatric Autoimmune Encephalopathy/CNS Disorder Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
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See Specimen Required
Reject Due To
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| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
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| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours | ||
| Frozen | 28 days |
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Detecting neurochondrin-IgG in spinal fluid (CSF) from patients presenting with cerebellar and brainstem syndrome
Reporting an end titer result from CSF specimens
Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
If the indirect immunofluorescence pattern suggests neurochondrin, then neurochondrin antibody cell-binding assay and this test will be performed at an additional charge.
Clinical Information
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Neurochondrin is a neuronal target antigen in autoimmune cerebellar degeneration. Patients positive for neurochondrin-IgG present with a subacute to chronic cerebellar and brainstem syndrome. Patients respond to long-term immunosuppressive treatment with clinical stabilization or improvement.
Reference Values
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Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
-DMC2 / Dementia, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-ENC2 / Encephalopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-EPC2 / Epilepsy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MAC1 / Myelopathy, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
-PCDEC / Pediatric Autoimmune Encephalopathy/CNS Disorder Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
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Interpretation
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A positive result supports a diagnosis of central nervous system autoimmunity. Typical neurological phenotypes encountered include cerebellar ataxia and brainstem encephalitis. A paraneoplastic basis should be considered (uterine cancer in women), although cancers are generally not detected. Neurological stabilization or improvement may occur with immune therapy.
Cautions
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A negative result does not exclude neurological autoimmunity or cancer.
Clinical Reference
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Shelly S, Kryzer TJ, Komorowski L, et al: Neurochondrin neurological autoimmunity. Neurol Neuroimmunol Neuroinflamm. 2019 Sep 11;6(6):e612. doi: 10.1212/NXI.0000000000000612
Method Description
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The patient's specimen is tested by a standardized immunofluorescence assay that uses a composite frozen section of mouse cerebellum, kidney, and gut tissues. After incubation with the specimen and washing, fluorescein-conjugated goat-antihuman IgG is applied. Neuron-specific autoantibodies are identified by their characteristic fluorescence staining patterns. Specimens that are scored positive for any neuronal nuclear or cytoplasmic autoantibody are titrated. 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. Published 2017 Jul 18. doi:10.1212/NXI.0000000000000385)
PDF Report
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Day(s) Performed
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Monday through Sunday
Report Available
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Specimen Retention Time
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Performing Laboratory Location
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Test Classification
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This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.
CPT Code Information
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CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
LOINC® Information
Provides guidance in determining the Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC) values for the order and results codes of this test. LOINC values are provided by the performing laboratory.
| Test Id | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| NCDTC | Neurochondrin IFA Titer, CSF | 101453-9 |
| Result Id | Test Result Name |
Result LOINC Value
Applies only to results expressed in units of measure originally reported by the performing laboratory. These values do not apply to results that are converted to other units of measure.
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|---|---|---|
| 616112 | Neurochondrin IFA Titer, CSF | 101453-9 |