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HelpOrderable Name GP210 GP210 Antibody, IgG, Serum
Additional Testing Requirements
This is a first line test when primary biliary cholangitis is strongly suspected. This test should be ordered in conjunction with AMA / Mitochondrial Antibodies (M2), Serum and SP100 / SP100 Antibody, IgG, Serum.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Evaluating the risk of primary biliary cholangitis in anti-mitochondrial antibody (AMA)-negative patients by identification of gp210 antibodies
Estimating risk in AMA-positive patients with incomplete feature of disease
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days | |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Heat-treated specimens | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative: ≤20.0 Units
Equivocal: 20.1-24.9 Units
Positive: ≥25.0 Units
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
Report Available
2 to 8 daysCPT Code Information
83516
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Gastroenterology and Hepatology Test Request (T728) with the specimen.
Testing Algorithm
For more information see First-Line Screening for Autoimmune Liver Disease Algorithm.