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Cardiolipin Antibodies IgG Cardiolipin Antibodies IgM

Brown clotted serum, gel barrier and 2 x green citrate for lupus inhibitor

Test	Cardiolipin Antibodies IgG Cardiolipin Antibodies IgM
Common Abbreviations	ACA ACAM
Profile	Lupus anticoagulant, thrombophilia screen and Antiphospoholipid syndrome investigation includes ACA, ACAM and anti-B2GLY Ab.
Clinical Indication	Recommended testing for anti-phospholipid syndrome. Testing must also include Lupus anticoagulant and Beta 2 glycoprotein 1 antibodies.
Specimen Type	Blood
Sample Type	Serum (+ 2x citrate for Lupus anticoagulant)
Minimum Volume	5 ml
Special Precautions	No special requirements
Stability	7 days
Turnaround Time	7 Days
Laboratory	Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull HU3 2JZ
Reference Interval	IgG 0 -20.00 CU IgM 0 20.00 CU
Limitations	The assay should not be performed on grossly haemolysed or grossly lipaemic samples.

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The following wards are closed to visitors:

York Hospital: Ward 29 and Ward 37.

There are four exceptions only to the restrictions. These are:

For patients who are receiving end of life care

Paediatric patients (babies and children)

Maternity care

The family carers of those with dementia

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