2M Antibody (ELISA) [Referral]
| Description | Detection of autoantibodies against the unique muscle fiber type present in the masticatory muscle group, type 2M fibers. |
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| Code | 8083 |
| Section | Serology |
| Species | Canine |
| Specimen | 2 mL serum |
| Sampling Requirements | Collect serum from clotted blood in a non-additive tube (e.g. plain red top or serum separator). When possible, transfer clear serum off the clot into a new tube.Excessively hemolyzed samples are not acceptable for this test. |
| Collection Container | Glass or plastic tube with no anticoagulant additives. |
| Packing Instructions | Label all samples with unique identifiers. Use cold packs during hot weather, especially if shipping serum samples on the clot. Overnight shipping is recommended. |
| Special Instructions | This test is performed at the Comparative Neuromuscular Laboratory at University of California San Diego School of Medicine. Prices listed for tests performed outside TVMDL may not include referral lab accession fees and are subject to change without notice. A processing and forwarding fee is added to all referral tests. Turnaround times vary depending on shipping time and the referral lab’s schedule. |
| Price | $146.00 |