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Immunology


Full details for "Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein antibodies (MOG)".  

Name

 Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein antibodies (MOG)

Alternative name/Profile

 MOG, AWAY, REFER

Department

 Immunology

Investigation

 Indirect Immunofluorescence

Specimen type

 Clotted blood

Sample type

 Serum

Sample container & volume

 5ml Red.

Frequency of analysis

 Samples referred weekly

Turnaround time

 Up to 8 weeks

Availability

 ***Please note this testing is available to SJH patients only***

Notes
  • Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibodies (MOG) are referred to the CSF and Neuroimmunology laboratory, UCL Hospital, QS Institute of Neurology, London, UK.
  • Specimen Reception/Enquiries: 0044 20 3448 3812
  • E-mail: uclh.enquiry.nhnn-nicl@nhs.net
  • Antibodies to MOG are used in the diagnosis of MOG antibody disease (MOGAD). MOGAD is a neurological, immune-mediated disorder in which there is inflammation in the optic nerve, spinal cord and/or brain.

Related links

Reference range

Negative

Positive

Last updated

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:36:38 IST


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