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One doctor did blood test for cardiolipin antibodies. different doctor tested for anticardiolipin antibodies. are they the same thing?
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Hello! Hope you are doing great. Cardiolipin antibodies aka Anticardiolipin antibodies, you are right both are the same. Have a blessed and wonderful day.
Answered 4/9/2022
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Yes. God forbid, you have anticardiolipin antibodies, the test should be repeated in about 6 months before making any diagnosis. Wish you good health!
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