ANTICARDIOLIPINS GMA

Synonyms: Cardiolipin IGA, IGG, IGM
Computer Code: (ACAGMA)
Specimen Collection: 3 mL whole blood (gold top preferred, red top acceptable).
Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Allow to clot, centrifuge 20 minutes. Serum must be removed from red top tube. Refrigerate.
Reference Values: See individual tests for anticardiolipin antibody IgA, IgG and IgM
Lab Code: Serology
Requisition: SEROL
Test Frequency: 2/week
Routine TAT: 3-4 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 86147x3
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII