Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / Anti-beta-2-glycoprotein 1 Antibody
Anti-beta-2-glycoprotein 1 Antibody
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Anti-beta-2-glycoprotein 1 Antibody |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | B2GLY |
| Profile | Anti-cardiolipin Ab will also be tested when anti-B2GLY Ab are requested. Also see entry for cardiolipin Antibodies. |
| Clinical Indication | Anti Beta-2-Glycoprotein-1 antibodies (IgG) are found in some cases of Lupus anticoagulant and anti-phospholipid syndrome. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 5 mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | 14 days |
| Turnaround Time | 7 days |
| Laboratory | Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull HU3 2JZ |
| Reference Interval | 0-20.00 CU |
| Limitations | The assay should not be performed on grossly haemolysed or grossly lipaemic samples |
