Anticardiolipin Antibodies (ACA), Quantitative, IgA,IgG,IgM Blood Test

Also Known As

Antiphospholipid Test, Cardiolipin Antibodies Test

The Purpose of an Anticardiolipin Antibodies Blood Test

Anticardiolipin antibodies are autoantibodies that interfere with normal blood clotting. People with abnormal levels of these autoantibodies, which are produced by the immune system, can be at increased risk for stroke, myocardial infarction, venous thrombosis, thromboembolism, thrombocytopenia, and/or recurrent miscarriages. This condition is referred to as antiphospholipid syndrome (APS).

What Does the ACA Test Measure?

The test measures anticardiolipin antibodies in your blood: immunoglobulin A (IgA), immunoglobulin G (IgG), immunoglobulin M (IgM).

Who Should Take an Anticardiolipin AB Test?

Patients with recurrent miscarriages or a family or personal history of thromboembolic disorders may want to consider an anticardiolipin antibodies blood test.

Anticardiolipin Antibody Test Preparation

No special preparation is required for an ACA test.

ACA Blood Test Results

The reference ranges for the antibodies are:

• IgG and IgM: 0-30 units
• IgA: 0-19 APS units

If your results are outside of these ranges, you may want to talk with a physician to determine your next steps. We offer telehealth visits with Personalabs board-certified doctors who can make recommendations and offer guidance.

Where Can I Get ACA Testing Near Me?

If you need an anticardiolipin AB test, visit Personalabs. We offer a wide range of autoimmune health tests that can help you take charge of your health and get the wellness solutions you need.

Choose from more than 400 health tests, as well as more than 4,000 labs across the country where you can get your blood work done. We’ve partnered with two of the leading U.S. lab companies, Labcorp and Quest Diagnostics, to offer you convenience and easy access to the testing you need.

To get an anticardiolipin antibody test from Personalabs:

Step 1: Purchase the test at our online store and download the accompanying lab order. (Depending on the state you live in, you may not even need a doctor’s approval before buying the test.)

Step 2: Use our website’s lab locator to find the testing facility closest to you. Contact the lab to make an appointment for your ACA blood test or verify that there is walk-in availability.

Step 3: Bring the lab order to your appointment and get your blood drawn.

Step 4: Find your test results in your secure, confidential Personalabs account, usually within 2 to 10 business days. (Contact us if you need us to help you get the results by a specific turnaround time, as that may vary by location.)

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