HLA Research Study Class I Typing
| Abbrev Code: | RESCL1 | ||
| Order Code: | LAB8027 | Order Name: | HLA Research Study Class I Typing |
| Order Instructions: | If this test is being added on, comment ADD-ON in the Comment field when placing a normal order in Epic. Immunology will receive the printout directly. All other lab areas should discard the Immunology ADD-ON printout. | ||
| Synonyms: | HLA Class I Typing | ||
| Methodology: | Molecular PCR/RT-PCR typing of NGS (next generation sequencing) | ||
| CPT Codes: | 81372 x1, 81379 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are accepted Mon-Fri. Intermediate Resolution Results are reported within 4-5 days. High Resolution Results are reported within 10 days. | ||
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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 specimens. |
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
| Reference Range: | By report. |
| Use: | Molecular definition of all Class I HLA antigen specificities currently recognized by WHO. |
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