Medical Policy Policy Title Measurement of Serum Antibodies
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Measurement of antibodies to infliximab in a patient receiving treatment with infliximab, either alone or as a combination test which includes the measurement of serum infliximab levels, is considered investigational. Measurement of antibodies to adalimumab in a patient receiving treatment with adalimumab, either alone or as a combination test which includes the measurement of serum adalimumab levels, is considered investigational. There is insufficient evidence to support a conclusion concerning the health outcomes or benefits associated with these procedures.
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