Epic Code LAB1231793 Beta-2 Glycoprotein I Antibodies (IgG, IgM)

Test Name Alias

Interface Order Alias

1231793

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 (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

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

Corewell Health Reference Laboratory, Grand Rapids, MI

Methodology

Multiplex Flow Immunoassay

CPT

86146, 86146

CDM Code

3008614601, 3008614601

Epic Test ID

1230102177

LOINC

Not available

Mayo Access Code