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Acetylcholine Receptor (AChR) Antibody

₹3,700

Parameters included

1

Identifies

Auto Immune Disorder

Requisites

Blood SampleDrink water to stay hydratedContinue regular medication unless advisedInform phlebotomist if pregnantNo fasting required0 - 99 Years

Measures

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is characterised by muscle weakness & easy fatigability most commonly due to autoantibody mediated loss of functional acetylcholine receptors in the postsynaptic membrane of skeletal muscle.

What is this test?

ACHR antibodies are not found in Congenital MG. This assay is used to diagnose Acquired forms of MG (90% positive), for detecting subclinical MG in recipients of D-penicillamine, Thymoma without clinical evidence of MG & Graft versus Host disease. It may also be positive in Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome, Autoimmune Liver disease & Paraneoplastic autoimmune neurological disorders.

Acetylcholine Receptor (AChR) Antibody is offered as a lab test. Follow preparation instructions if any, and consult your doctor to interpret results.

Test Included (1) Parameters

  • Acetylcholine Receptor (ACHR) Antibody

Preparation Required

Drink water to stay hydrated

Continue regular medication unless advised

Inform phlebotomist if pregnant

No fasting required

How it Works

  • Select Test: Choose a lab test or add more tests/packages.
  • Pick Collection Slot: Select a time and address for home sample collection.
  • Sample Collected & Reports Delivered: Reports will be available online within 24 hours.