Anti-Phosphatidylcholine Ab
Use
The Anti-Phosphatidylcholine antibodies test is used to detect antibodies against phosphatidylcholine, an essential component of cell membranes. These antibodies might be involved in autoimmune disorders and could provide insights into certain inflammatory or clotting disorders by revealing abnormal immune responses against body tissues and cells. Testing can assist with diagnoses in clinical settings like autoimmune conditions, especially where vascular symptoms are prevalent.
Special Instructions
The test requires careful handling of specimens. Specimens should be clotted for 30 minutes at room temperature before centrifugation. After separation, the serum should be aliquoted into a plastic vial and sent frozen to maintain stability.
Limitations
The assay performance characteristics were validated by BioAgilytix Diagnostics, but it does not have approval or clearance from the US FDA. Interpretation of test results should consider potential cross-reactivity and specificity limitations inherent in immunoassays. Tests results from this assay can be used for clinical diagnosis, but lack FDA approval. The assay may also be affected by confounding factors such as lipemia or hemolysis.
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 13073-2
- 13074-0
- 13075-7
Result Turnaround Time
3-11 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Plastic vial
Collection Instructions
Allow specimen to clot for 30 minutes at room temperature. Centrifuge and aliquot 3 mL of serum into a plastic vial. Send frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis, Gross lipemia, Microbial contaminants
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |