Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein (MOG) Antibody, IgG by IFA with Reflex to Titer, Serum

Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) antibody is found in a subset of patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders, including optic neuritis and transverse myelitis, brainstem encephalitis, and acute disseminated encephalomyelitis. Persistence of antibody positivity may be associated with a relapsing course. Decreasing antibody levels may be associated with therapeutic response; therefore, clinical correlation must be strongly considered. A negative test result does not rule out a diagnosis of CNS demyelinating disease or autoimmune encephalitis.

This indirect fluorescent antibody assay utilizes full-length MOG transfected cell lines for the detection and semi-quantification of MOG IgG antibody

This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes.