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Anti-Natalizumub Antibodies
(a.k.a Anti-Tysabri Antibodies)
minimum sample volume required ~ 5ml
Test Code: ATA
Special instructions
Sample must be received in lab within 2 hours of collection.
Sent away
to St Barts Hospital
Turnaround Time
28
days
Department: Biochemistry
Clinical Application
Natalizumab (Tysabri) is used to treat multiple sclerosis and Crohn's disease. Patients may develop antibodies against the drug, reducing efficacy. The antibodies may be transient or persistent.
