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
Synonyms
    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.
    NY State Approved
    No