Cardiolipin Ab IgG and IgM
Test Code
ACAM (IGM), ACAG (IGG)
Description
Collect
Collect in a plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum Volume: 0.5mL serum
Unacceptable Conditions
Plasma, specimens with added azide or other preservatives, microbially contaminated, heat treated, or specimens with visible particulates not accepted.
Storage Transport Temp
Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Up to 8 hours ambient or 48 hours refrigerated at 2-8°C. Freeze at or below -20°C for longer storage or shipping.
Performed
Thur
Methodology
ELISA
Turnaround Time
10-12 days
Department
INACTIVE I
Synonyms
ELISA (Cardiolipin Ab IgG and IgM)
Reference Interval
Negative <20 units
Low to Medium Positive 20-80 units
Strong Positive >=80 units
CPT Code
86147 X 2