BETA-2 GLYCOPROTEIN 1 AB, IGA
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: B2G1A
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026732
Schedule:
Testing Time: 2-3 Days
Testing Lab: Labcorp
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026732
Schedule:
Testing Time: 2-3 Days
Testing Lab: Labcorp
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 1mL (0.5 mL min)
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Specimen is stable when refrigerated or frozen for 7 days.
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Specimen is stable when refrigerated or frozen for 7 days.
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Specimen Acceptability
Anti-β2-glycoprotein 1 should not be used alone as a screening test for antiphospholipid syndrome.
Methods
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to detect antibodies binding to a microtiter plate coated with purified β2-glycoprotein 1 antigen.
Clinical Utilities
Assess the risk of thrombosis in patients who may be at risk for antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). This test should be used in conjunction with current traditional anticardiolipin and anticoagulant tests.
Semiquantitative results for IgA antibodies against β2-glycoproteins.
Semiquantitative results for IgA antibodies against β2-glycoproteins.
CPT Codes
86146
* 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
0−25 GP1 IgA units
