Cardiolipin Antibodies
Test Mnemonic
CARDIO
CPT Codes
- 86147 - QTY (3)
LOINC ®
24319-6
Aliases
- Anti-cardiolipin Ab
- Anti-Phospholipid Ab
Includes
- Cardiolipin Ab, IgG
- Cardiolipin Ab, IgM
- Cardiolipin Ab, IgA
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) |
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.
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.