HUMAN TISSUE TRANSGLUTAMINASE IGA

Synonyms: Anti Tissue Transglutaminase IgA
Computer Code: (HTTGA)
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, refrigerate. Serum must be removed from red top tube.
Reference Values: <4.0 u/ml
Lab Code: Serology
Requisition: Serol
Test Frequency: 3/week
Routine TAT: 2-3 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 83516
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII