Test Name
ANTI SKELETAL (STRIATED) MUSCLE ANTIBODY, ASKA
Aliases
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Abbreviations
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Test Classification
INDIVIDUAL
Department
SEROLOGY
Sub Department
AUTOIMMUNITY
TAT Category
ELAPSED (CONTINUOUS) TIME
Estimated TAT
7
TAT Units
DAYS
Test Requirements
3ml of Serum in Gel/Plain Vacutainer.
Clinical Utility
To diagnose generalized and ocular myasthenia gravis. To distinguish myasthenia gravis from other conditions with similar symptoms. Detects antibodies against striated muscle, useful in diagnosing conditions like autoimmune myositis. Useful in evaluating muscle inflammation and autoimmune diseases.
Last Review
26th Feb 2026