Anti-cardiolipin antibodies are autoantibodies directed against cardiolipin, a phospholipid found in cell membranes. They are associated with antiphospholipid syndrome, which increases the risk of bl…
Category: Inflammation & Immune
Also known as: anti-cardiolipin, anti cardiolipin, cardiolipin antibody, acl, anticardiolipin igg, anticardiolipin igm
Reference range: 0–20 GPL U/mL (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: GPL U/mL
High values may indicate
High anti-cardiolipin antibody levels may indicate antiphospholipid syndrome, which increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, stroke, and recurrent pregnancy loss. They may also be seen in systemic lupus erythematosus.
Low values may indicate
Low or negative anti-cardiolipin antibody levels are normal and suggest a lower risk of antiphospholipid syndrome.