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HelpTest Code ENDOR Endomysial Antibodies (IgA), Serum
Additional Codes
| Supplemental Test Code |
|---|
| 6100 |
Methodology
Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay
Testing Algorithm:
If endomysial antibody screen is positive, endomysial antibody titer will be performed at an additional charge.
Literature Reference:
Vitoria JC, Arrieta A, Arranz C, et al. Antibodies to gliadin, endomysium, and tissue transglutaminase for the diagnosis of celiac disease. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 1999;29:571-4.
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain red top
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Reference Values
Negative in normal individuals and in dermatitis herpetiformis or celiac disease patients on gluten-free diet. Report includes presence and titer of circulating antibody.
Literature Reference:
Binder WL, Gustoafson D, Martis P, et al. High performance anti-gliadin antibody assay: use of defined synthetic peptides. [poster]. INOVA Diagnostics.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Tuesday, Friday
Cut-off time: 0800
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: results available the day of testing
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86231-Endomysial antibody
86231-Endomysial antibody titer (if appropriate)
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternate Tube:
SST Serum gel tube
Analyte Stability:
See Analyte Stability Chart.
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH Core Lab. Processed by automated line and aliquot stored refrigerated for batch analysis. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days.
LOINC Code Information
| Name | LOINC Code |
| Endomysial Antibody, Qual | 16814-6 |
| Endomysial Antibody, IgA, Quant | 25399-7 |