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HelpTest Code B2GMG Beta-2 Glycoprotein 1 Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum
Specimen Type
SerumAdditional Testing Requirements
Diagnostic criteria for antiphospholipid syndrome include the presence of at least one of the following: lupus anticoagulant, anticardiolipin, and anti-beta-2 glycoprotein 1 IgG or IgM antibodies. Consider ordering CLPMG / Phospholipid (Cardiolipin) Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum and ALUPP / Lupus Anticoagulant Profile, Plasma concurrently with this test.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days | |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Heat-treated specimens | Reject |
Reference Values
BETA 2 GLYCOPROTEIN 1 (GP1) ANTIBODIES IgG:
<15.0 SGU (negative)
15.0-39.9 SGU (weakly positive)
40.0-79.9 SGU (positive)
≥ 80.0 SGU (strongly positive)
Results are reported in standard IgG anti-beta 2 GP1 units (SGU).
Reference values apply to all ages.
BETA 2 GLYCOPROTEIN 1 ANTIBODIES IgM:
<15.0 SMU (negative)
15.0-39.9 SMU (weakly positive)
40.0-79.9 SMU (positive)
≥ 80.0 SMU (strongly positive)
Results are reported in standard IgM anti-beta 2 GP1 units (SMU).
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
2 to 6 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86146 x 2