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HelpTest Code LABANTIISLET Islet Cell Cytoplasmic Antibody, IgG
Additional Codes
| Test Name in Epic | Epic Test Code | Mnemonic | ARUP Test ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islet Cell Cytoplasmic Antibody, IgG | LABANTIISLET | Anti-Islet | 005138 |
Useful For/Utility
If pursuing antibody testing to determine autoimmune diabetes mellitus (DM), perform at least two antibody tests. In most cases, use glutamic acid decarboxylase antibody in combination with another antibody test. Other antibody tests include Islet Antigen-2 (IA-2) Autoantibody, Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase Antibody, Insulin Antibody, and Zinc Transporter 8 Antibody.
Most useful to establish autoimmune etiology in previously diagnosed type 1 DM.
Do not use to differentiate type 1 DM from type 2 DM, for most cases.
Method
Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody
Reference Values
< 1:4 No antibody detected.
Specimen Required
Specimen: Serum SST
Specimen Prep: Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer1 mL serum to an ARUP Unacceptable Conditions: Plasma. CSF. Contaminated, hemolyzed, or severely lipemic specimens.tandard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.15 mL)
Specimen Stability
Ship Refrigerated
CPT Code Information
CPT: 86341
LOINC: 13927-9