Myasthenia Gravis

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Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Myasthenia Gravis(Free Handout)

Diagnosis


Diagnosis of myasthenia gravis includes the following:

Blood tests
Clinical and neurological examination
Imaging tests (e.g., x-ray, CT scan)
Intravenous anticholinesterase or Tensilon test
Medical history
Neurological tests (e.g., electromyography)



Blood tests are performed to determine serum levels of certain antibodies (e.g., AChR-binding antibodies, AChR-modulating antibodies, antistriation...Read the full article