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Is there any specific tests to assure or deny paraneoplatic syndrome of the nerve system?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Paraneoplastic Syn.: Blood tests to look for Antibodies or infection or metabolic or hormonal abnormalities, Spinal tap to examine CSF (Cerebrospinal fluid), MRI or CT scans. Review with a Neurologist.

Answered 5/6/2015

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