HLA Typing Class II Deceased Donor
| Abbrev Code: | SSP1 | ||
| Order Code: | LAB6460 | Order Name: | HLA Typing Class II Deceased Donor |
| Order Instructions: | If this test is being added on, comment ADD-ON in the Comment field when placing a normal order in Epic. | ||
| Synonyms: | Class I/II Antigen Typing; Histocompatibility Testing; HLA Typing; Human Leukocyte Antigen Test; Tissue Test | ||
| Methodology: | Molecular PCR/RT-PCR typing | ||
| CPT Codes: | 81375 x1 | ||
| Test Includes: | Molecular definition of al Class I/II HLA antigen specificities currently recognized by WHO. | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Results are reported within 4-5 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | A signed informed consent in the patient's medical record is required; the consent should not be sent to the laboratory. This link to the Genetic Testing Consent form is provided as a convenience for the providers and genetic counselors. | ||
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood, Buccal Swabs. Amniotic cells or chorionic villus cells may also be used in this assay. Call the laboratory to make special arrangements (612-273-3100). |
| Optimal Volume: | 5 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 mL |
| Container: | Purple (EDTA) Alternate Containers: Yellow (ACD, Solution A) tube available from laboratory |
| Causes for Rejection: | Clotted specimen. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Store at room temperature or refrigerated. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Immunology (UMMC East Bank) |
Interpretive
| Use: | Tissue matching of donors and recipients for transplantation. |
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