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HelpTest ID BLOD1332 Beta 2 Glycoprotein I IgG
Additional Information
Beta-2-GPI autoantibodies are found in patients with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) and are associated with increased risk of venous and arterial thrombosis and thrombocytopenia.
Beta-2 GPI autoantibodies are found only inpatients with autoimmune
diseases, while cardiolipin autoantibodies can be transiently found
in infectious diseases.
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Light Blue top (Sodium Citrate) tube - Plasma
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.7 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Frozen | Greater than 7 days | Preferred for transport |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
86146
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 25562 | Beta-2 Glycoprotein IgG Numeric |
| 25563 | Beta-2 Glycoprotein IgG Interp |