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Antiphospholipid Antibodies
Also known as: APA Formal name: Antiphospholipid antibodies Related tests: Lupus anticoagulant panel, Cardiolipin antibodies, PTT (partial thromboplastin time), Russell viper venom time, Platelet neutralization procedure, Kaolin clotting time, Hexagonal phospholipid confirmatory test, Dilute prothrombin time, Anti-beta2 glycoprotein I antibodies, Anti-phosphatidylserine antibodies, Anti-prothrombin antibodies
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Common Questions
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1. Is there anything I can do to prevent or get rid of antiphospholipid antibodies?
1. Is there anything I can do to prevent or get rid of antiphospholipid antibodies?
No. The process that causes them to be produced is not well understood. There are controllable risk factors, however, such as smoking and obesity that also increase your risk of clotting. Addressing these issues may help to lower your overall risk of developing thrombi.
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This article was last reviewed on
May 22, 2006.
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