FASLG and autoimmune polyendocrinopathy: According to guidelines, a DOAC was administered post-operatively to prevent PE recurrence.4,5 Screening laboratory evaluation was conducted in the outpatient setting according to the current APS criteria, which require at least two positive aPL tests performed at least 12 weeks apart, along with clinical features for a definitive diagnosis.12 No clear guidelines address management of aPL-positive patients with prior thrombosis awaiting definitive APS diagnosis.