Epic Code LAB3653 Cardiolipin IgG and IgM Antibodies
Test Name Alias
Anti-phospholipid Antibody | Anti-cardiolipin Screen | Cardiolipin Screen | 7159
Interface Order Alias
55115
Clinical Information
Cardiolipin IgG/IgM and Beta Glycoprotein 1 IgG/IgM Antibodies when used in conjunction with other clinical findings, aid in the diagnosis of primary Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) and those secondary to systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or SLE-like disorders. Antibody profiles are encouraged to identify thrombotic risk and may be more useful than individual tests in identifying a patient's risk.
Panel Information
This test is part of Panel: Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome Panel [LAB1230572]
Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: Blood
Container(s): Gold Top (Serum Separator-SST Gel)
Preferred Volume to Collect: 5.0 mL
Minimum Volume to Collect: 2.0 mL
Neonate Volume to Collect: 2.0 mL
Capillary collect ok: Yes
Microtainer acceptable: Yes
Collection Instructions:
- After collection, gently invert tube 8-10 times.
- Specimen should be processed within 2 hours – See Processing Instructions.
Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)
Processed Specimen: Serum
Centrifuge/Spin: Yes
Aliquot: No
Processing Instructions:
- Allow blood to clot for 30 minutes in a vertical position and centrifuge within 2 hours.
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Rejection Criteria
Specimen not centrifuged within 2 hours
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 12 Hours
Refrigerate: 7 days (2-8° C)
Frozen: -20°C for longer storage
Laboratory Retention: 7 days
Test Frequency
Test available Monday - Friday. Turn-around time 1 - 3 days.
Reference Range
both IgG and IgM:
<20 U/mL Negative
≥ 20 U/mL Positive
Performing Department
IMMUNOCHEMISTRY
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Spectrum Health Regional Laboratory, Grand Rapids, MI
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
CPT
86147 | 86147
CDM Code
4088535 IGG | 4088536 IGM
Epic Test ID
1230100444
Beaker LOINC
CARDIOLIPIN ANTIBODY IGG:
3286-2
CARDIOLIPIN ANTIBODY IGM:
3287-0
CARDIOLIPIN IGG MDI: N/A
CARDIOLIPIN IGM MDI: N/A
Mayo Access Code
Not available
Additional Information
This test replaces Cardiolipin Antibody Screen and Cardiolipin Screen, IgG, IgM if positive
Reviewed Date
12/13/2021
Beaker Names
Beaker Procedure Name: CARDIOLIPIN IGG
AND IGM
ANTIBODIES
Beaker Display Name: Cardiolipin IgG and IgM
Antibodies
BEAKER TEST NAME:
CARDIOLIPIN ANTIBODIES, IGG
AND IGM
BEAKER TEST REPORT NAME: Cardiolipin Antibodies, IgG and
IgM
Beaker Synonyms
No synonym on file
Beaker Location, Container and Temperature
BW IMMUNOCHEM: GOLD TOP SST TUBE R (Preferred)-Refrigerated