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HelpTest Code ACL IgM Anti-Cardiolipin IgM
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