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HelpTest Code LAB822 Celiac Disease Serology
Intended Use
Useful for evaluating patients suspected of having celiac disease, including patients with compatible symptoms, patients with atypical symptoms, and individuals at increased risk (family history, previous diagnosis with associated disease, positivity for HLA-DQ2 and/or DQ8).
Performing Laboratory
SPH
RCH - IgA
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Container: SST
Acceptable Container: Red Top-Plain, SST
Specimen Volume: 3 mL (minimum volume)
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IgA Specimen Requirements:
Preferred Container: SST
Acceptable Container: LT Green Mint Top/LiHep; RST (Rapid Separator Tube)
Specimen Stability
Ambient: <8hrs
Refrigerated: 2 days
Frozen (preferred): >2 days
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CPT Code
83516
IgA - 82784