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Test Code LAB871 Deamidated Gliadin Peptide, IgA

Important Note

Order only if specifically requested by the provider.  If Deamidated gliadin peptide antibodies are indicated, order DGP IgG only.

Clinical System Name

Gliadin (Deamidated) Ab, IgA

Synonyms

DAGL

Gliad Ab

DGP

DGP IgA

Sample Requirements

Specimen: Whole blood

Container(s): Gold SST, Gold Microtainer, Red

Preferred Vol: 1 mL

Minimum Vol: 0.5 mL

 

Note:

 

Processing Instructions

Reject due to:

Spin: Y

Aliquot: Y

Temp: 2-8 C

Storage location: Transfer to plastic aliquot container affixed with larger Epic label. Refrigerate in CPA, FrigF rack.

Off-site collection: Spin blood, transfer serum to plastic aliquot container. Refrigerate specimen.

Stability

Specimen Type Temperature Time
separated serum  Room temp  
  Refrigerated 7 d
  Frozen 8 m

 

Availability

STAT Performed TAT
N M-F 1-3 d

 

Performing Laboratory

Seattle Children's Laboratory    

 

Department

Department:  Chemistry

Location: Chem East

Phone Number: (206) 987-3694

 

 

 

CPT Codes

86258

Methodology

Method: Immunoassay on Bioplex 2200

Analytical Volume: 100 mcL serum

Limitations:

Reference Range

 

  Units/mL
Negative < 15
Positive > 15