Test Overview
Test Methodology
Solid Phase Assay
Test Usage
Each recipient is screened to detect preformed anti-HLA antibodies. Patients may develop these antibodies in cases of previous sensitization events like transfusions, pregnancies, or previous transplants. When the HLA Antibody Request is received by the laboratory testing will be performed in accordance with the Transplant Agreement between the clinical team and the laboratory
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Analytic Time
5 days
Soft Order Code
HLAAB
MiChart Code
HLA Antibody Testing Request
Laboratory
Histocompatibility/Immunogenetics
Section
Histocompatibility
Specimen Requirements
Collection
Collect specimen in a red top (preferred) or SST tube. Send intact specimen at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Normal Volume
10 mL serum
Minimum Volume
3 mL serum
Billing
Reflex CPT
Appropriate testing will be ordered and billed based on Antibody Testing request.
Reflex Fee Code
Appropriate testing will be ordered and billed based on Antibody Testing request.