ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Endomysial Antibody, IgG : 2005501

Mnemonic: EMA IGG

Methodology: Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody
Performed: Tue
Reported: 1-8 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.15 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Unacceptable Conditions: Contaminated specimens.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)

Reference Interval:
Effective November 14, 2011

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.

Refer to Statement D under Testing Information at http://www.aruplab.com.
CPT Code(s): 86256
Cross References: IgA Deficient Celiac Disease (Endomysial Antibody, IgG)
 
 

 

 

 
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