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Test & Collection Guide

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Muscle Specific Kinase Antibody

Ordering information:

This test is only indicated in cases where the Acetylcholine Receptor Antibodies are negative.

PLEASE NOTE this test is not covered by Medicare rebate. The patient will be responsible for the cost of the test ($75, or $50 if the patient is eligible for concession discount).

YOU MUST PRINT OUT A COPY OF THE CONSENT FORM (click here) and have the patient sign to indicate they are prepared to cover the costs of the test.

Alternate names:

MUSK Ab

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

MUSK

Specimen types:

Blood

Container types:

Serum tube with gel

Collection Instructions:

Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab

PLEASE NOTE this test is not covered by Medicare rebate. The patient will be responsible for the cost of the test ($75, or $50 if the patient is eligible for concession discount).

The request must be accompanied by the Consent Form (see 'Ordering Information' above).

Minimum Adult Volume:

2 mL

Frequency:

Fortnightly

Laboratory Use Only

Accessing Results

EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.

Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.

To access Auscare, see instructions.

Forms & Collection Guides

Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form

Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.

Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.

Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions

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