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Test Code ACL IgA Anti-Cardiolipin IgA

Useful For

To aid in the diagnosis of thrombotic disorders related to primary & secondary anti-phospholipid syndrome (APS)

Patient Preparation

No special patient preparation required

Collection Method

Venous collection

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Container

Gold Top Serum Separator

Preferred Specimen

Serum

Acceptable Specimens

Serum:

  • Gold Top SST
  •  
  • Red Top


Plasma:

  • Blue Top (Trisodium citrate)

 

Reference or Target Ranges

<20

Reportable Units

RLU

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

Reasons for Rejection

Hemolysis Threshold N/A
Icterus Threshold N/A
Lipemia Threshold N/A
Other QNS, contaminated, improperly labeled, improper specimen type

Specimen Stability

Ambient 8 hrs
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) 2 days
Frozen(-70°C to 0°C) 1 year

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 7 AM – 4 PM
Expected Turn Around Time Within 7 days of arrival in lab
Stat Availability No
Performing Bench ANA
Methodology/Method Description Bioflash – Chemilluminescence

Additional Information/Important Notes

Included in ACL Panel

CPT Codes

86147