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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB464
Epic Description: ANTIPHOSPHOLIPID AB (ANTICARDIOLIPIN)
Synonym
Cardiolipin Antibodies IgG and IgM
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No anticoagulant, No gel | 6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 4 X 0.5 mL | 3 X 0.5 mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 4 X 0.5 mL | 3 X 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated. If holding greater than 24 hours, freeze serum and transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 2.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Warde Reference lab code : ACLP
http://www.wardelab.com/test_page.asp?test=Cardiolipin+IgG+and+IgM+Antibodies
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
3-5 days excluding weekends and holidays
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. If holding overnight Monday – Friday, store refrigerated. If holding overnight weekends or holidays, store frozen.
CPT Code Information
86147 x 2