Find Answers for Unexplained Neurological Symptoms
When your brain feels like it’s working against you – with memory lapses, confusion, or sudden personality changes – it can be frightening and isolating. Our Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel is designed to uncover the hidden causes behind these distressing symptoms, giving you and your doctor the clarity needed to pursue the right treatment path.
Understanding Autoimmune Encephalitis Testing
Autoimmune encephalitis occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks healthy brain cells, causing inflammation that disrupts normal brain function. Our comprehensive serum panel uses advanced cell-based assay technology to detect specific antibodies targeting your brain, including:
- NMDA receptor antibodies – Associated with severe psychiatric and neurological symptoms
- AMPA receptor antibodies – Linked to memory problems and seizures
- GABA-B receptor antibodies – Often connected to limbic encephalitis
- LG1 and CASPR2 antibodies – Related to specific autoimmune conditions
This precise testing method ensures accurate detection, helping your neurologist make informed treatment decisions.
Who Should Consider This Test?
If you’re experiencing any of these concerning symptoms, our Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel could provide crucial answers:
- Unexplained memory problems or confusion
- Recent personality or behaviour changes
- Seizures without known cause
- Speech difficulties or movement disorders
- Psychiatric symptoms that developed suddenly
- Sleep disturbances or abnormal movements
- Previous negative results from standard neurological tests
Early detection is crucial – many patients see significant improvement with proper treatment when autoimmune encephalitis is identified promptly.
Why Early Detection Matters for Your Brain Health
Getting the right diagnosis quickly can make a profound difference in your recovery and quality of life. Our test helps:
- Prevent permanent brain damage by identifying inflammation early
- Guide effective treatment with targeted immunotherapy
- Reduce hospital stays through accurate diagnosis
- Provide peace of mind by ruling out or confirming autoimmune causes
- Support your neurologist in creating a personalised treatment plan
Many patients experience remarkable recovery when autoimmune encephalitis is properly diagnosed and treated.
Understanding Your Test Results
We make understanding your results straightforward and reassuring:
- Positive results mean specific antibodies were detected, guiding your neurologist toward targeted treatments
- Negative results help rule out autoimmune causes, allowing investigation of other possibilities
- Our expert team ensures results are clearly explained and accompanied by appropriate next-step guidance
- Same-day reporting means you get answers quickly when time matters most
Your results will be presented in a format that both you and your healthcare provider can easily understand and act upon.
Transparent Pricing – Exceptional Value
| Test Option | Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Price | ZAR 10,000 | – |
| Special Price | ZAR 8,000 | ZAR 2,000 savings |
Turnaround Time: Samples accepted Tuesday and Friday by 9 AM | Reports available same day
Sample Requirements: 2 mL (0.5 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
No special preparation required – making testing convenient and stress-free.
Why Trust Oracle Genomics?
- Nationwide Coverage – Available across South Africa including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and Pretoria
- Expert Methodology – Advanced cell-based assay and IFA testing for maximum accuracy
- Neurology Specialisation – Tests designed and interpreted by neurological experts
- Rapid Results – Same-day reporting when you need answers quickly
- Patient-Focused Care – Empathetic support throughout your testing journey
Take Control of Your Neurological Health Today
Don’t let unexplained symptoms control your life. Early detection of autoimmune encephalitis can lead to effective treatment and significant improvement in quality of life.
Limited time special pricing – Take advantage of ZAR 2,000 savings while available. Same-day results mean you could have answers by tomorrow.
