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Anti Parietal Cell
MessagePerformed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820.
Test Code
APCA
Alias/See Also
CERNER CODE-APCA
CPT Codes
86255
Preferred Specimen
Serum from a gold top
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Transport Container
Gold Top (SST)
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated:14 days
Methodology
Fluorescence
Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 2-3 times a week.
Reference Range
Titer <1:20 -Negative
Titer >1:20-Positive
Titer >1:20-Positive
Clinical Significance
This test is used to detect pernicious anemia as well as atrophic gastritis, iron deficiency, and thyroid disease.

