Book GANGLIOSIDE ANTIBODIES IgM test in Hanmakonda

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  GM1 is expressed in the peripheral nervous system in the nodes of Ranvier, outer myelin, and the end plates of motor neurons.2 Measurement of IgM antibodies to GM1 (Anti-GM1) has been employed in the evaluation of with chronic neuropathies that affect the motor nerves. IgM Anti-GM1 seropositivity is significantly associated with multifocal motor neuropathy (MMN).2-6 MMN is a purely motor neuropathy (without sensory loss) that is characterized by progressive, asymmetric muscle weakness.

Sample: Serum (2 mL)