ENDOMYSIAL ANTIBODY IGA, SERUM

Test Code

EDIGA

CPT Codes
86231

Includes

Includes Pathologist Interpretation

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

1 Red tube

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum and red cells.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

The following conditions will result in a rejected specimen:

Hemolyzed
Lipemic

Methodology
Fluorescent non-infectious agent antibody; screen, each antibody

Setup Schedule

M, W, F

Report Available

Report available same day tested at the performing laboratory. If repeat testing is needed, results will be delayed until the next day the test is performed.

Reference Range

Negative

Clinical Significance

This test is used to diagnose or monitor Celiac disease. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder caused by an inappropriate immune response to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley.

Anti-Endomysial antibodies (EMA), IgA class detects antibodies to endomysium, the thin connective tissue layer that covers individual muscle fibers.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIM1 (Immunology, Manual)

Last Updated: March 27, 2024

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