Ordering Recommendation
Not a recommended panel for the definitive diagnosis of antiphospholipid syndrome (APS).
Mnemonic
PHOSPHA AB
Methodology
Semi-Quantitative Immunoassay
Performed
Varies
Reported
3-9 days
New York DOH Approval Status
Specimens from New York clients will be sent out to a New York DOH approved laboratory, if possible.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Plain Red or Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Specimen Preparation
Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Test is not performed at ARUP; separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated. Also acceptable: Frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Specimens transported in separator tubes.
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 3 months
Reference Interval
By report
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
Performed by non-ARUP Laboratory
Note
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
83520 x3
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
3001550 | Phosphatidylcholine Ab IgG | |
3001551 | Phosphatidylcholine Ab IgM | |
3001552 | Phosphatidylcholine Ab IgA |
* Component test codes cannot be used to order tests. The information provided here is not sufficient for interface builds; for a complete test mix, please click the sidebar link to access the Interface Map.
Aliases
Phosphatidylcholine Antibodies - IgG, IgM and IgA
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano Inc.