Test Overview
Test Methodology
              PCR
Test Usage
              Measures donor-derived cell-free DNA (dd-cfDNA), an indicator of kidney injury. Used to determine active rejection for management of kidney transplant patients.
Test Details
Days Set Up
              Monday - Friday
                Analytic Time
              4 - 5 days
Soft Order Code
              ALSUR
                Synonyms
              Laboratory
              Sendout
                Reference Laboratory
              CareDx
                Section
              Special Testing
                Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
              Collect in kit provided by patient. Send blood tubes PLUS all other materials at room temperature to Specimen Processing.
Normal Volume
              20 mL whole blood
Minimum Volume
              20 mL whole blood
Storage Temperature
              Room temperature
                Rejection Criteria
              The tubes in the kit CANNOT be tubed through the pneumatic tube system
                Additional Information
Test sent to CareDx.
Billing
NY State Approved
              No