Glycine Receptor Antibodies

Department of Immunology

Notes

• The presence of glycine receptor antibodies is associated with spinal and brain stem disorders such as Stiff Person Syndrome and progressive encephalomyelitis with rigidity and myoclonus (PERM).
• Test performed by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Sample Requirements

Clotted blood. (No patient preparation or special handling required).

Adult

5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5 ml Rust-top gel tube (Trust users only).

Paediatric

1ml Paediatric Serum sample.

Can also be analysed on CSF

Time limit for add-on

3 days

Turnaround Times

21 days

Reference Range

Negative = Normal