Abstract: Provided herein are compositions, methods and kits for determining the level of an AMPAR/KAR peptides in a subject. The methods include obtaining a biological sample from the subject and determining a level of one or more AMPAR/KAR peptides selected from the group consisting of GluR1/GluR6_7, GluR2/GluR6_7, GluR3/GluR6_7, GluR1/GluR6, GluR2/GluR7, and any combination thereof in the biological sample.

Abstract: Provided are methods for detecting various subunits and isoforms of NMDA receptors to help diagnose and differentiate (1) the anatomical location of NMDA receptor over-expression. (2) ischemic conditions in the central and peripheral nervous systems, and (3) the type and cause of chronic pain.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for detecting various subunits and isoforms of NMDA receptors to help diagnose and differentiate (1) the anatomical location of NMDA receptor over-expression, and (2) ischemic conditions in the central and peripheral nervous systems.

Abstract: Provided are methods for detecting various subunits and isoforms of NMDA receptors to help diagnose and differentiate (1) the anatomical location of NMDA receptor over-expression. (2) ischemic conditions in the central and peripheral nervous systems, and (3) the type and cause of chronic pain.

Abstract: Methods and kits for diagnosing and treating cerebrovascular events, and for defining the time and anatomical location of an event, are provided based on the detection and quantification of bound or total and unbound NR2 peptides in biological fluids. The methods are optionally performed in conjunction with neurological scoring and neuroimaging, and are directed to risk assessment, prognosis, diagnosis and treatment of TIA and stroke on an emergency basis in the emergency room.

Abstract: Immunosorbents, kits and compositions for diagnosing a central nervous system disorder, particularly paroxysmal cerebral discharges and epilepsy, comprising measuring the concentration of GluR1 or fragment thereof and/or GluR1 antibodies in a biological sample from a human subject. The method is particularly useful for identifying individuals that are at risk for brain related seizures and epilepsy, for distinguishing epilepsy from pseudo-epilepsy and epilepsy-like disorders, for following up after anticonvulsive treatment, and for the adjustment of adequate therapy and doses.

Abstract: Provided are methods for detecting various subunits and isoforms of NMDA receptors to help diagnose and differentiate (1) the anatomical location of NMDA receptor over-expression, and (2) ischemic conditions in the central and peripheral nervous systems. Further provides are therapeutic strategies and interventions for the treatment and prevention of stroke, cardiovascular disease, and ischemic lesions in the brain and peripheral nervous system, and pulmonary disorders based on the results of such diagnoses.

Abstract: Methods are provided for predicting the occurrence of adverse neurological events from surgery. Such adverse events include, for example, stroke, delirium and transient ischemic attack (TIA). The methods are based on the discovery that levels of circulating cerebral NMDA receptor peptides and antibodies can be used to identify patients who are likely to suffer from an adverse neurological event. Also provided are diagnostic procedures for practicing the predictive methods of the current invention, and interventional strategies for reducing the risk of adverse neurological events from surgery.

Abstract: A methods, kits and compositions for diagnosing a central nervous system disorder, particularly transient ischemic attack or stroke, comprising measuring the level of NR2A and/or NR2B NMDA receptor or fragment thereof, in a biological sample from a human subject, and optionally measuring other biomarkers such as homocysteine and glutamate. The method is particularly useful for identifying individuals that are at risk for stroke, and for diagnosing stroke in an emergency room setting.

Abstract: A methods, kits and compositions for diagnosing a central nervous system disorder, particularly transient ischemic attack or stroke, comprising measuring the level of NR2A and/or NR2B NMDA receptor or fragment thereof, in a biological sample from a human subject, and optionally measuring other biomarkers such as homocysteine and glutamate. The method is particularly useful for identifying individuals that are at risk for stroke, and for diagnosing stroke in an emergency room setting.

Abstract: A methods, kits and compositions for diagnosing a central nervous system disorder, particularly transient ischemic attack or stroke, comprising measuring the level of NR2A and/or NR2B NMDA receptor or fragment thereof, in a biological sample from a human subject, and optionally measuring other biomarkers such as homocysteine and glutamate. The method is particularly useful for identifying individuals that are at risk for stroke, and for diagnosing stroke in an emergency room setting.

Abstract: Provided are methods for detecting various subunits and isoforms of NMDA receptors to help diagnose and differentiate (1) the anatomical location of NMDA receptor over-expression, (2) ischemic conditions in the central and peripheral nervous systems, and (3) the type and cause of chronic pain.

Abstract: Methods and kits for diagnosing and treating cerebrovascular events, and for defining the time and anatomical location of an event, are provided based on the detection and quantification of bound or total and unbound NR2 peptides in biological fluids. The methods are optionally performed in conjunction with neurological scoring and neuroimaging, and are directed to risk assessment, prognosis, diagnosis and treatment of TIA and stroke on an emergency basis in the emergency room.

Abstract: Methods are provided for predicting the occurrence of adverse neurological events from surgery. Such adverse events include, for example, stroke, delirium and transient ischemic attach (TIA). The methods are based on the discovery that levels of circulating cerebral NMDA receptor peptides and antibodies can be used to identify patients who are likely to suffer from an adverse neurological event. Also provided are diagnostic procedures for practicing the predictive methods of the current invention, and interventional strategies for reducing the risk of adverse neurological events from surgery (FIG. 1).

Abstract: Methods and kits for diagnosing and treating cerebrovascular events, and for defining the time and anatomical location of an event, are provided based on the detection and quantification of bound or total and unbound NR2 peptides in biological fluids. The methods are optionally performed in conjunction with neurological scoring and neuroimaging, and are directed to risk assessment, prognosis, diagnosis and treatment of TIA and stroke on an emergency basis in the emergency room.

Abstract: Methods are provided for predicting the occurrence of adverse neurological events from surgery. Such adverse events include, for example, stroke, delirium and transient ischemic attack (TIA). The methods are based on the discovery that levels of circulating cerebral NMDA receptor peptides and antibodies can be used to identify patients who are likely to suffer from an adverse neurological event. Also provided are diagnostic procedures for practicing the predictive methods of the current invention, and interventional strategies for reducing the risk of adverse neurological events from surgery.

Abstract: A methods, kits and, compositions for diagnosing a central nervous system disorder, particularly transient ischemic attack or stroke, comprising measuring the level of NR2A and/or NR2B NMDA receptor or fragment thereof, in a biological sample from a human subject, and optionally measuring other biomarkers such as homocysteine and glutamate. The method is particularly useful for identifying individuals that are at risk for stroke, and for diagnosing stroke in an emergency room setting.

Abstract: A methods, kits and compositions for diagnosing a central nervous system disorder, particularly transient ischemic attack or stroke, comprising measuring the level of NR2A and/or NR2B NMDA receptor or fragment thereof, in a biological sample from a human subject, and optionally measuring other biomarkers such as homocysteine and glutamate. The method is particularly useful for identifying individuals that are at risk for stroke, and for diagnosing stroke in an emergency room setting.

Abstract: A methods, kits and compositions for diagnosing a central nervous system disorder, particularly transient ischemic attack or stroke, comprising measuring the level of NR2A and/or NR2B NMDA receptor or fragment thereof, in a biological sample from a human subject, and optionally measuring other biomarkers such as homocysteine and glutamate. The method is particularly useful for identifying individuals that are at risk for stroke, and for diagnosing stroke in an emergency room setting.

Abstract: Immunosorbents, kits and compositions for diagnosing a central nervous system disorder, particularly paroxysmal cerebral discharges and epilepsy, comprising measuring the concentration of GluR1 or fragment thereof and/or GluR1 antibodies in a biological sample from a human subject. The method is particularly useful for identifying individuals that are at risk for brain related seizures and epilepsy, for distinguishing epilepsy from pseudo-epilepsy and epilepsy-like disorders, for following up after anticonvulsive treatment, and for the adjustment of adequate therapy and doses.