Basal ganglia antibodies (ABGA)
| Category | Immunology |
|---|---|
| Test background |
ABGA have been associated with post-streptococcal movement disorders (usually tics and chorea) and psychiatric disturbance in children (Sydenham’s chorea). |
| Clinical Indications |
Sydenham's chorea tic disorders |
| Reference range | Negative |
| Sample & container required | Serum (rust top RST tube) |
| Sample volume | 5-10 mL blood (1 mL serum) |
| Turnaround time | 28 days |
| Notes | This test is performed by Western Immunoblotting at the Neuroimmunology Laboratory, Queens Square, UCLH. Test includes antibodies to enolase, pyruvate kinase, and aldolase. |