ENDOMYSIAL ANTIBODY IGA

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: ENDOM
UPHSM LIS Test #: 028880
Schedule:
Testing Time: 2-4 Days
Testing Lab: Labcorp

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 1.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Specimen Acceptability

Cause for Rejection:
Lipemia; hemolysis; microbially-contaminated sera

Methods

Indirect Fluorescent Antibody

Clinical Utilities

Tissue transglutaminase is the autoantigen recognized by endomysial antibody in celiac disease.1

CPT Codes

86231

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

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