title: The Laboratory Diagnosis of the Antiphospholipid Syndrome.
abstract: The Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) is classified based on the presence of both clinical and laboratory criteria. Both sets of criteria are subject to much review and intense research as it is becoming increasingly clear that no single test is specific for defining this autoimmune disorder. A number of leading international bodies have released guidelines in an attempt to improve the laboratory testing and reporting. The current review is an appraisal of some of the literature pertaining to the laboratory testing.
authors.affiliation: Department of Hematology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
authors.forename: Jasmina
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Ahluwalia
authors.affiliation: Department of Hematology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
authors.forename: Sreejesh
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Sreedharanunni
keywords: Anti beta 2 Glycoprotein 1 antibodies; Anticardiolipin antibodies; Antiphospholipid syndrome; Laboratory tests; Lupus anticoagulant