Ganglioside GM1 Antibodies IgG & IgM Test
Short Name: GM1 IgG & IgM Test
Also known as: GM1 Antibody Test, Anti-Ganglioside GM1 Antibodies Test
Ganglioside GM1 Antibodies IgG & IgM Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹32,000. Uses Immunoassay on Serum samples. Results in Reports are typically available after 2-3 weeks from the date of sample collection.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR
Consultant Physician · Reg: 8052
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To diagnose autoimmune neuropathies such as Guillain Barre syndrome (specifically the acute motor axonal neuropathy variant) and chronic multifocal motor neuropathy by detecting IgG and IgM antibodies against ganglioside GM1.
- Test Code
- 648
- Price
- ₹32,000
- Sample Type
- Serum
- Result Time
- Reports are typically available after 2-3 weeks from the date of sample collection.
- Fasting Required
- Yes (8 hours)
- Method
- Immunoassay
Sample Collection
Overnight fasting is preferred. Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
A small blood sample will be drawn from a vein in your arm by a trained phlebotomist.
Report Delivery
Apply pressure to the blood draw site to prevent bleeding. Resume normal activities immediately after.
Timeline: Reports are typically available after 2-3 weeks from the date of sample collection.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To diagnose autoimmune neuropathies such as Guillain Barre syndrome (specifically the acute motor axonal neuropathy variant) and chronic multifocal motor neuropathy by detecting IgG and IgM antibodies against ganglioside GM1.
How to Prepare
- Fast overnight (8-12 hours)
- Bring the signed consent form (Form 35)
- Wear loose clothing for easy access to the arm
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR — MBBS, MD (General Medicine) · Reg. No. 8052
"This test is crucial for diagnosing autoimmune neuropathies. Early detection can lead to better management and treatment outcomes, especially for conditions like Guillain Barre syndrome."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Insufficient sample volume
- Hemolyzed or lipemic samples
- Missing or incomplete consent form
Understanding Your Results
Negative
No detectable antibodies, suggesting no active autoimmune process against ganglioside GM1.
Positive IgG
Associated with acute motor axonal neuropathy variant of Guillain Barre syndrome.
Positive IgM
Associated with chronic multifocal motor neuropathy.
Equivocal
May require repeat testing or correlation with clinical symptoms and other diagnostic tests.
If you experience persistent neurological symptoms such as muscle weakness, numbness, or difficulty walking, or if your test results are positive, consult a neurologist or immunologist immediately for further evaluation and management.
Limitations
- ⚠Results may vary by laboratory method
- ⚠False positives can occur in certain infections or autoimmune conditions
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor pain or bruising at the blood draw site
- ●Rare risk of infection or hematoma
Interfering Factors
- ●Hemolysis
- ●Lipemia
- ●Recent immunization or infection
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