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BP180 and BP230 (Bullous Pemphigoid) IgG Antibodies

Order Code
163995
CPT
83516x2
Test Details
Synonyms

Pemphigoid Autoantibodies

TAT

9 days

Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Used to diagnose bullous pemphigoid, an autoimmune blistering skin disease. These antibodies target proteins in the skin’s basement membrane, leading to skin blistering. A positive result indicates an autoimmune response affecting skin integrity.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Gel-barrier tube, red-top tube or Serum transfer tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen 14 days
Order Code
163995
CPT
83516x2
Test Details
Synonyms

Pemphigoid Autoantibodies

TAT

9 days

Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Used to diagnose bullous pemphigoid, an autoimmune blistering skin disease. These antibodies target proteins in the skin’s basement membrane, leading to skin blistering. A positive result indicates an autoimmune response affecting skin integrity.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Gel-barrier tube, red-top tube or Serum transfer tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen 14 days