Myelin associated glycoprotein antibodies
This is an important test that can be used to help diagnose neuropathies associated with MAG antibodies.
£300.00
£249.00
About Myelin associated glycoprotein antibodies
What is myelin-associated glycoprotein?
Myelin-associated glycoprotein (MAG) is an important protein for myelin. Myelin is a fatty substance which surrounds and protects nerves and is produced by two types of cell: Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system and oligodendrocytes in the central nervous system.
Antibodies against MAG are associated with sensory and motor neuropathies. Antibodies are proteins typically produced by the immune system to target and protect against harmful entities. In some cases, the immune system can malfunction, producing antibodies which target and attack the body’s own cells.
MAG antibodies prevent the ability of myelin to function properly and can result in the loss of myelin. This subsequently affects nerve signalling resulting in neuropathies. Symptoms include sensory loss in the peripheries (hands and feet), unsteady gait, muscle weakness and tremors in the hands and legs.
Why take this test?
This test detects the presence of MAG antibodies in the blood and can be used to help diagnose neuropathies associated with MAG antibodies.
What's tested
Myelin Associated Glycoprotein Antibodies
How it works
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Purchase your Kit
Just order a test online and get your kit delivered right to your door unless you are ordering a COVID-19 Fit to Fly test where you will be given appointment options to attend our clinics across the United Kingdom for a nose and throat swab PCR test at the checkout stage.
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Take your test and post
Follow our simple instructions to take your sample and post back the enclosed prepaid envelope to our accredited lab for processing. We also offer home or workplace visits by a qualified nurse. For COVID-19 Fit to Fly tests you must attend one of our partner clinics for our trained collection officers to take your sample. You will then have the results emailed to you.
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Get results directly to your dashboard
You will receive an email notification from our medical team when your results are available on your secure personalised health dashboard.
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