CNS Infections

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Autoimmune Neurology: Phenotype-Based Testing

November 3, 2025 - In this video, Dr. Andrew McKeon describes how the field of autoimmune neurology testing has changed with the explosion of antibody discovery and discusses the importance of a patient-first, phenotype-based approach.

By MCL Education • December 3, 2025
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Unique pediatric evaluation targets relevant autoimmune/CNS antibodies

Andrew McKeon, M.B., B.Ch., M.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' pediatric autoimmune/CNS testing can better guide the treatment of autoimmune neurological diseases in children. The tailored evaluation covers only biomarkers relevant to pediatric presentations of the diseases.

By Barbara J. Toman • October 18, 2022
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Pediatric Autoimmune CNS Disorders Evaluation

The clinical presentations, evaluation (including diagnostic antibody testing), and treatment of autoimmune pediatric CNS disorders, including encephalitides and myelopathies.

By MCL Education • May 27, 2020