Test Code MB2GP Beta-2 Glycoprotein 1 Antibodies, IgM, Serum
Additional Codes
St. Luke's Compendium Code (Iatric): L902.3560
Reporting Name
Beta 2 GP1 Ab IgM, SUseful For
Evaluating patients with suspected antiphospholipid syndrome by identification of beta-2 glycoprotein 1 IgM antibodies
First-line test when antiphospholipid syndrome is strongly suspected in conjunction with cardiolipin antibodies (IgG and IgM) and lupus anticoagulant testing
Estimating the risk of thrombosis and/or pregnancy-related morbidity in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
SerumAdditional Testing Requirements
Diagnostic criteria for antiphospholipid syndrome include the presence of at least one of the following: lupus anticoagulant, anticardiolipin, and anti-beta-2 glycoprotein 1 IgG or IgM antibodies. Consider ordering CLPMG / Phospholipid (Cardiolipin) Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum; GB2GP / Beta-2 Glycoprotein 1 Antibodies, IgG, Serum; and ALUPP / Lupus Anticoagulant Profile, Plasma concurrently with this test.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days | |
Frozen | 21 days |
Reference Values
<15.0 SMU (negative)
15.0-39.9 SMU (weakly positive)
40.0-79.9 SMU (positive)
≥80.0 SMU (strongly positive)
Results are reported in standard IgM anti-beta 2 glycoprotein 1 units (SMU).
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86146
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
MB2GP | Beta 2 GP1 Ab IgM, S | 44449-7 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
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MB2GP | Beta 2 GP1 Ab IgM, S | 44449-7 |
Report Available
2 to 6 daysMethod Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)