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GLIADIN DEAMIDATED ANTIBODY PANEL

Test Code
LAB8415 (MISCELLANEOUS)


CPT Codes
83516 x2

Includes
  • IgA
  • IgG


Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (SST)


Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume
1 mL (3 mL optimal)


Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of serum from red cells. Refrigerate until tested. 


Transport Container
Gold tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 48 hours; otherwise freeze


Methodology
ELISA

Setup Schedule
T, Th

Batched; once per day run


Clinical Significance
Celiac disease is characterized by the presence of Gliadin Antibody. Such patients display a hypersensitivity to gluten (wheat) in their diet. The antibody is undetectable when patients with hypersensitivity are placed on gluten-free diets.


Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab



The CPT Codes provided in this document 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 payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.