| Test Name: |
TISSUE TRANSGLUTAMINASE (tTG), IgA |
| Test Code: |
2328215 |
| Alias: |
LAB723
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| CPT Code(s): |
83516
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| Preferred Specimen: |
1.0 mL serum |
| Container: |
SST (gold) |
| Alternate Container: |
Plain Red (no additive/gel) |
| Minimum Volume: |
0.5 mL serum
This volume may not allow for repeat testing. |
| Collection Instructions: |
Allow specimen to completely clot (this can take up to 60 minutes). Centrifuge for 15 minutes as soon as the specimen is clotted. If the specimen is collected in a Plain Red (no additive/gel) tube, transfer the separated serum to a properly labeled plastic transfer tube. Specify specimen type (serum) on transfer tube. |
| Transport Temperature: |
Refrigerated |
| Stability: |
Refrigerated: 7 days
Freeze for longer stability |
| Rejection Criteria: |
Hemolysis
Lipemia
Gross bacterial contamination |
| Limitations: |
A serology test alone is not diagnostic for celiac disease. Results should be used in conjunction with other laboratory test results and the clinical presentation of the patient.
A negative result in an untreated patient does not rule out celiac disease. This finding can be explained by selective IgA deficiency. The celiac IgG tests can be used to aid in assessing IgA deficient individuals. |
| Schedule: |
Testing Performed Monday-Friday; Results in 24-48 hours |
| Method: |
Multiplex Bead Immunoassay |
| Clinical Significance: |
The presence of antibodies can aid in the diagnosis of celiac disease. |
| Use: |
3/1/22 lw
Updated 07/23/25 |
| Reference Ranges: |
< 15 U/ml = Negative
>=15 U/ml = Positive
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