Anti Cardiolipin IgG (ACA)

Test Name
Anti Cardiolipin IgG (ACA)
Test Code
ACAB2G1
Specimen Type

Serum - Gel

Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Preferred Volume
3 mL
Comments

Medical Notes: Refer to Antiphospholipid Serology Guidelines  http://www.rch.org.au/immunology/#Antiphospholipid_Serology_Guidelines


Lab notes: This test is for IgG antibodies only, and it is the default test when ACA is requested. If IgM anti-cardiolipin is specifically requested, please see entry for "Anti-Cardiolipin IgM".


Anti Beta-2 GP1 IgG also performed at the same time (multiplex method).

Assay Performed
Immunology
RCH
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Assay Frequency

Fortnightly

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