N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) antibody can be used to confirm the diagnosis of a rare autoimmune disease, anti-NMDAR encephalitis, where psychotic symptoms are frequently dominant. NMDARs may occur with or without associated tumors. Decreasing antibody levels may be associated with therapeutic response; therefore, this test may be used in monitoring treatment response in individuals who are antibody positive.
It is recommended in:Affected individuals with distinctive symptoms, including significant psychiatric disturbances, seizures, confusion, memory loss, and agitation. Early symptoms may include fever, headache, and feeling tired.
The Anti NMDA Receptor/Anti Glutamate Antibody test: The NMDA receptor measures a protein in the brain that helps control thoughts, mood and movements, and therefore antibodies against NMDA receptors are likely to have an important role in altering these functions.NMDA receptor is a type of G protein-coupled ionotropic glutamate receptor that plays a crucial role in regulating a wide variety of neurological functions, including breathing, locomotion, learning, memory formation, and neuroplasticity.
You will get the reports within 48 hours after the collection of the blood sample.
Anti NMDA Receptor/Anti Glutamate Antibody test is prescribed by your doctor after completing the assessment of your condition.
Positive / Negative
This test requires a blood sample.
This test can be taken at any time during the day.
Fasting is not required for this test.
There are no specific precautions for this test.
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