Beta-2-glycoprotein Ig M

General information:

The beta-2 glycoprotein 1 antibody is an autoantibody that is associated with inappropriate blood clotting. This test detects and measures one or more classes (IgG, IgM, or IgA) of beta-2 glycoprotein 1 antibodies. The beta-2 glycoprotein antibody is considered one of the primary autoantibodies called antiphospholipid antibodies, which mistarget the body's lipid proteins (phospholipids) found in the outermost layer of cells. The test is appropriate when you have had one or more unexplained blood clots in a vein or artery; when you have had repeated miscarriages, especially in the second and third trimesters.

Sample required:

Venous blood

Key words:

Beta 2-glycoprotein