ANTICARDIOLIPIN ANTIBODY, IgG
Synonyms: | Cardiolipin IGG |
Computer Code: | (ACAG) |
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 not be removed from red top tube. Refrigerate. |
Reference Values: | <15 |
Lab Code: | Serology |
Requisition: | SEROL |
Test Frequency: | 2/week |
Routine TAT: | 3-4 days |
Stat TAT: | N/A |
CPT Code(s): | 86147 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |