NCIt definition : An autoantibody that reacts with cardiolipin. Different immunoglobulin subclasses
and isotypes are associated with different diseases and conditions. Some anticardiolipin
antibodies prolong phospholipid dependent clotting while others are associated with
spontaneous abortion.;
Alternative definition : NICHD: An antiphospholipid autoantibody that reacts with cardiolipin. It can be associated
with antiphospholipid antibody syndrome and system lupus erythematosus.;