investigations

Last reviewed 01/2018

Features noted on investigation include:

  • low immunoglobulins - low levels of IgA and IgG/IgE
  • generalized lymphopenia
  • raised alpha fetoprotein
  • raised carcinoembryonic antigen

Reference:

  1. Furtado S et al. A review of the inherited ataxias: recent advances in genetic, clinical and neuropathologic aspects. Parkinsonism & Related Disorders; 4 (4):161-169.