Cardiolipin IgM Antibodies
Test Mnemonic
CARDIM
CPT Codes
- 86147 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Anti-phospholipid
- phospholipid
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 day |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 1 year, up to 2 freeze thaw cycles |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA) |
Reference Range
| Cardiolipin IgM Antibodies | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sex | Age From | Age To | Type | Range | Range Unit |
| Normal | <12.5 | MPL |
Clinical Info
This test is used as an aid in diagnosis of anti-phospholipid syndrome. The test may occasionally be positive in patients with a range of underlying conditions, secondary syphilis, HIV infection, active Hepatitis C, endocarditis, among others. Clinical correlation is required. Negative: <12.5 MPL Indeterminate: 12.5 to 20.0 MPL Positive: >20.0 MPL
Clinical Limitation
Microbially contaminated, heat-treated, or specimens containing visible particulate should not be used. Grossly hemolyzed or lipemic serum or specimens should be avoided.