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Cardiolipin Antibodies

Also known as: Anticardiolipin Antibodies, aCL antibody
Formal name: Cardiolipin Antibodies, IgG, IgM, and IgA
Related tests: Antiphospholipid Antibodies, Anti-beta2 glycoprotein I, Anti-phosphatidylserine, Autoantibodies, Lupus Anticoagulant Panel
At A Glance
 
Why get tested?
To help investigate inappropriate blood clot formation, to help determine the cause of recurrent miscarriage, or as part of an evaluation for antiphospholipid syndrome

When to get tested?
If you have had one or more unexplained venous or arterial thrombotic episodes; if you have had recurrent miscarriages, especially in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters

Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm



This article was last reviewed on October 4, 2004.
 
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