Ulta Lab Tests

Neurotransmitter Panel

Blood, Urine
Blood Draw, Urine Collection

The following is a list of what is included in the item above. Click the test(s) below to view what biomarkers are measured along with an explanation of what the biomarker is measuring.

Also known as: AChR Antibody, Muscle nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptor (AChR) Binding Antibody, Myasthenia Gravis Antibodies

Acetylcholine Receptor

Also known as: Dopamine Urine

Dopamine, 24 Hr Urine

Total Volume

Also known as: Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase65 Antibody

Glutamic Acid

GLUTAMIC ACID

Also known as: Norepinephrine Plasma

Norepinephrine, Plasma

Also known as: 5-HT, Serum, 5-Hydroxy Tryptamine, Serum, Serotonin Serum

Serotonin, Serum

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The Neurotransmitter Panel panel contains 5 tests with 7 biomarkers .

Neurotransmitter Panel

Comprehensive screening for neuromuscular, mood, and autonomic disorders

Why test neurotransmitters?

Neurotransmitters and their antibodies orchestrate every signal between brain, nerves, and muscles. Imbalances or immune attacks can trigger muscle weakness, tremors, chronic anxiety, unexplained hypertension, or sudden mood swings. This panel pulls together five cornerstone markers so your clinician can detect disease early, confirm a diagnosis, track therapy, and fine-tune treatment—all from a single visit.

What’s included & how each marker helps

Test What it Measures Key Conditions Detected / Monitored
Acetylcholine Receptor (AChR) Binding Antibody Autoantibodies that block acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction Myasthenia gravis (85–90 % of generalized cases), congenital myasthenic syndromes; rising titers flag flares, falling titers confirm treatment success
Dopamine, Urine (24 h) Catecholamine metabolite excreted in urine Pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma, neuroblastoma; low or fluctuating levels seen in Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, ADHD, certain depressive disorders
Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase-65 (GAD-65) Antibody Autoantibodies against the GAD enzyme that produces GABA Stiff-person syndrome, autoimmune epilepsy, cerebellar ataxia, latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA); titers track disease burden
Norepinephrine, Plasma Primary sympathetic “fight-or-flight” neurotransmitter Pheochromocytoma, orthostatic hypotension, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), autonomic failure, chronic stress-related hypertension
Serotonin, Serum Key mood and gut modulator synthesized from tryptophan Carcinoid tumors (marked elevations), serotonin syndrome, migraines, IBS; low levels correlate with major depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia

 

Who should consider this panel?

  • Persistent muscle fatigue, drooping eyelids, or double vision

  • Episodic high blood pressure, palpitations, or excessive sweating

  • Treatment-resistant depression, chronic anxiety, or sudden mood changes

  • Recurrent migraines, GI flushing, or unexplained diarrhea

  • Family history of myasthenia gravis, carcinoid, or catecholamine-secreting tumors

  • Clinicians tracking response to immunotherapy or neurologic medications

How results guide care

  • Early detection: Highly specific antibodies (AChR, GAD65) confirm autoimmune disorders before irreversible damage.

  • Precision therapy: Dopamine and norepinephrine levels steer medication choices for movement or autonomic disorders.

  • Monitoring: Serial serotonin, catecholamines, and antibody titers reveal flare-ups, remission, or tumor recurrence.

Fast, convenient testing

  • Samples: One blood draw (AChR Ab, GAD65 Ab, norepinephrine, serotonin) + a 24-hour urine collection kit (dopamine)

  • Turnaround: Results in 2–4 business days for most markers

  • Actionable report: Plain-language explanations plus physician-ready specifics

Take charge of your neurologic and metabolic health—order the Neurotransmitter Panel today and give your care team the data they need to keep your nerves, muscles, mood, and blood pressure in balance.

 

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