Positivity for Kelch-like protein 11 (KLHL11)-IgG is indicative of a paraneoplastic neurological syndrome. Positivity indicates a high likelihood of finding a testicular cancer. A rigorous search for cancer should be initiated after KLHL11 autoimmunity is confirmed.
For optimal antibody detection, specimen collection is recommended before starting immunosuppressant medication or intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) treatment.
Immediately following collection, mix sample by gently inverting 5 times
Refrigerated (preferred) - 28 days
Ambient - 72 hours
Frozen - 28 days
Cell-Binding Assay (CBA)
Negative