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Test Directory / Cardiolipin Antibodies IgG Cardiolipin Antibodies IgM
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. |
