Test Code 4891 HLA Class I (ABC) Multiple and Single Locus typing DNA-PCR and Sequence-Specific Oligonucleotide Probes, Blood.
Methodology
Molecular based testing.
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
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.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerate NO/Frozen NO
Reference Values
Alleles present are reported.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH HLA Laboratory.
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