Anti-Cyclic Citrullinate Peptide (CCP) Antibodies
CCP Ab are a useful marker of early RA however the 2009 NICE guidelines recommend the continued use of rheumatoid factor. Consider measuring anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (CCP) antibodies in people with suspected RA if they are negative for rheumatoid factor.
| Tube | Serum Gel |
|---|---|
| ID | 12810 |
| Availability | Weekdays |
| Additional Information | Indicated in a suspicion/indication of Rheumatoid Arthritis. A sensitive and specific Ab for the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However cost effectiveness evaluated by NICE, not proven for use in routine diagnosis. |
| Turn Around | 7 days |
| Send to | Leeds General Infirmary Clinical Immunology Old Medical School Great George Street Leeds LS1 3EX |
| Collection Con | No restrictions |
| Frequency | Daily |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range (Male) | <3 |
| Ref. Range (Female) | <3 |
| Ref. Range (Paed) | <3 |
| Ref. Range Notes | <3 is negative for anti-CCP Ab |
| Units | U/mL |
| IP Acute TAT | - Contact Laboratory |
| IP Routine TAT | 7 days |
| GP Acute TAT | - Contact Laboratory |
| GP Routine TAT | 7 days |
| Telepath | ACPA1L |
| ICE Codes | ICCP |
