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Endomysial IgA Antibodies

Message
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Test Code
ENDIGA


Alias/See Also
74224


CPT Codes
86231

Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum (minimum 0.5 mL) 


Instructions
SST or Red top: Avoid hemolysis. Invert a minimum of 5 times, then allow to clot in an upright position for 30 minutes. Centrifuge the the tube for at least 10 minutes. Keep tightly stoppered.


Transport Container
SST (speckled top), Red top , Plastic Vial (transfer) tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (preferred)


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature = n/a
Refrigerated = 7 days
Frozen = at least 7 days


Methodology
Immunofluorescence

Setup Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
BS


Report Available
3 days


Reference Range
SEX AGE Report Normals Units
N/M/F 1000Y Negative   


Clinical Significance
A positive IgA endomysial antibody result supports the diagnosis of celiac disease.


Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439


Last Updated: January 19, 2022


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.