NMDA Receptor Antibody, IFA

🧠 NMDA Receptor Antibody – IFATest Code: AUTO13 (You may customize this) Method: Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) Sample Type: 🧫 CSF (preferred) or Blood (serum) Reporting Time: ⏱ 7–14 days Home Collection: ✅ Available🔍 Why This Test is Done:Detects autoantibodies against NMDA receptors (NR1 subunit) that can cause serious brain inflammation known as Autoimmune Encephalitis.⚠️ Useful For Patients With: Sudden changes in behavior or personality New-onset seizures or movement disorders Memory loss, confusion, or hallucinations Speech difficulty or mutism Rapid decline in consciousness or responsiveness 🧬 What It Helps Diagnose: Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis Autoimmune encephalitis in children and young adults Secondary causes linked to ovarian teratomas in women ✅ Advantages: Early detection = better treatment response Helps guide immunotherapy or tumor evaluation Crucial in ruling out psychiatric misdiagnosis 📌 Important Notes: CSF is more reliable than serum Even if negative, clinical symptoms are very important Always advised under neurologist's guidance 📲 Book This Test With Speed Diagno: Instant home sample collection Partnered with NABL/CAP labs Easy tracking via app & website Certified, trained, experienced phlebotomists