Phospholipid Antibodies, IgM, Serum

Expression of IgM antibodies indicates recent exposure to phospholipids and are frequently found in sera of patients with SLE and related diseases, which is typical for a secondary anti-phospholipid syndrome (APS). There is a correlation between these autoantibodies and an enhanced incidence of thrombosis, thrombocytopenia and habitual abortions as a consequence of placental infarction. Most patients with “anti-phospholipid antibody syndrome” have moderate or high levels of cardiolipin antibodies. See Also Cardiolipin Antibodies, Serum

1 ml Serum Stability: 2 Days at 2-8 °C

Negative: < 10.0 U/mL Positive: > 10.0 U/mL