Test Name
AUTOIMMUNE ENCEPHALITIS PANEL (CSF)
Aliases
AUTOIMMUNE ENCEPHALOPATHY PROFILE (CSF)
Abbreviations
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Test Classification
INDIVIDUAL
Department
SEROLOGY
Sub Department
AUTOIMMUNITY
TAT Category
ELAPSED (CONTINUOUS) TIME
Estimated TAT
1
TAT Units
WEEKS
Test Requirements
2-3 mL CSF in sterile tube
Refrigerate immediately; freeze if delayed
Clinical information helpful: symptoms, tumor history, MRI findings
Clinical Utility
Diagnoses autoimmune encephalitis by detecting antibodies against neuronal surface or synaptic proteins (NMDA receptor, LGI1, AMPA receptor, GABA-B receptor, etc.). Used in patients with subacute cognitive decline, seizures, psychiatric symptoms, movement disorders, or altered consciousness. It is crucial for distinguishing autoimmune encephalitis from infections, psychiatric disorders, or other neurodegenerative conditions.
Last Review
26th Feb 2026