CELIAC DISEASE COMPREHENSIVE CASCADE

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: CELCC
UPHSM LIS Test #: 024344
Schedule: Varies
Testing Time: 7 - 14 Days
Testing Lab: Mayo

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 2.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
BOTH SERUM AND ACD WHOLE BLOOD ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS TEST
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top

Volume: 6.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: ACD Solution B Whole Blood
Collection Info:
BOTH SERUM AND ACD WHOLE BLOOD ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS TEST
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood in original tube. Do not aliquot.

Specimen Acceptability

REJECT DUE TO:
Gross hemolysis: Reject
Gross lipemia: Reject
Gross icterus: OK

Methods

Immunoglobulin A (IgA):

Total IgA levels are measured by immunonephelometry. Rabbit antisera that specifically recognizes human IgA is added to the patient sample. Immune complexes form between the human IgA and the rabbit immunoglobulins; the immune

Clinical Utilities

Evaluating patients suspected of having celiac disease, including patients with compatible symptoms, patients with atypical symptoms, and individuals at increased risk (family history, previous diagnosis with associated disease)

CPT Codes

81376 x 2
82784
86258 (if appropriate)
86864 (if appropriate)
86231 (if appropriate)

* 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

An Interpretive Report will be provided.