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Test Code 4891 HLA Class I (ABC) Multiple and Single Locus typing DNA-PCR and Sequence-Specific Oligonucleotide Probes, Blood.

Performing Laboratory

Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory

Methodology

Molecular based testing.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: 10 ml Pink or Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume:  ADULT/CHILDREN -Full tube (10 mL)   INFANT- 2-3 mL minimum

Additional Information: Family groups being typed must be scheduled at least 5 days in advance.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

81372 HLA-ABC Low Resolution Typ

81373x2 HLA-AB Low Resolution Typ

81373 HLA-A Low Resolution Typ

81373 HLA-B Low Resolution Typ

81373 HLA-C Low Resolution Typ

81380 HLA-A High Resolution Typ

81380 HLA-B High Resolution Typ

81380 HLA-C High Resolution Typ

Reference Values

Alleles present are reported.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient/Refrigerate NO/Frozen NO

Additional Information

For BJH Laboratory Use Only
 

Laboratory Processing Instructions:

Test performed in BJH HLA Laboratory.