Endomysial Antibody, IgG

Label Mnemonic:	EMAIGG
Epic code:	LAB8876
Order form:	Laboratory Requisition
Supply order:	Supply Order Form
Billing:	Billing Policies
CPT code:	86256

Specimen(s):

Serum

Collection Medium:

Red top tube 5 mL (Clot Activator)

Minimum:

Preferred Minimum: 1 mL serum in a red top tube
Absolute Minimum: 0.15 mL serum

Rejection Criteria:

Contaminated specimens.

Turn Around Time:

1-8 days upon receipt at reference laboratory

Reference Range:

Less than 1:10

Interpretive Data:

The presence of endomysial antibodies IgG, may be useful in identifying IgA-deficient patients at risk for celiac disease. To establish the diagnosis of celiac disease, a positive result must be confirmed through a biopsy of the small intestine.

Methodology:

Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody

Sample Processing:

Centrifuge at 3500 RPM for 5 minutes.
Transfer serum to a new screw cap transfer tube.

Sample Storage:

Store frozen.

Transport Instructions:

Place dry ice on top of specimen in Styrofoam container to maintain frozen temperature.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.

CPT Code:

86256