Anti-cardiolipin Antibody titer

What does "Anti-cardiolipin Antibody titer" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Anti-cardiolipin antibody titer is a medical term referring to a test that measures the amount of certain antibodies in the blood. These antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system that mistakenly target and attack the body's own tissues or organs. In this case, they attack cardiolipin, a substance that is normally found in the body. High levels of these antibodies can lead to blood clots and other health problems.

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