Antiphospholipid Antibodies
Investigated after recurrent miscarriage or an unexplained clot.
Also known as: APLA, anticardiolipin, beta 2 glycoprotein, APS
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We can collect this sample at your home, free of charge. Book a home visit.
- Turnaround
- 5–7 working days
- Preparation
- No fasting needed. Eat and drink normally.
- Sample
- Blood sample
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About this test
Antiphospholipid syndrome causes clots and pregnancy loss, and it is treatable once identified. Diagnosis requires the antibodies to still be present twelve weeks after the first positive, so a single result is never enough on its own.
What it measures
- Anticardiolipin IgG and IgM
- Beta-2 glycoprotein I IgG and IgM
- Reported with lupus anticoagulant
A note on results. A single test is one part of a clinical picture, not a diagnosis. Discuss your report with a qualified doctor, who will read it alongside your history and examination.
Related to
- Autoimmune
- Pregnancy
Often ordered with this
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- 24–48 hours
- No fasting
- Home collection
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- No fasting
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- No fasting
- Home collection