IgM Anti-Cardiolipin Abs

Pathology category

Immunology

Code

ACAM

Referral code

RHH

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Test information

Less specific than IgG cardiolipin, but high titres can be seen in anti-phospholipid syndrome (APS)

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

SST, Plain or Lithium Heparin

Special requirements

Plasma or Serum

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

Sent Away to a second Referral Lab. May take a further 2-3 weeks

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

TAT GP/Outpatient

up to 4 weeks

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