Test Overview
Test Methodology
Solid Phase Assay
Test Usage
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.
Interpretive consultation available by the laboratory director by requested.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm
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 sufficient red top (preferred) or SST tube. Send specimen at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Normal Volume
Full tube, Red Top/SST
Minimum Volume
Full tube, Red Top/SST
Storage Temperature
Room temperature
Rejection Criteria
Frozen samples, mislabeled samples, samples that do not have the required two patient identifiers.
Billing
Reflex Fee Code
Appropriate testing will be ordered and billed based on Antibody Testing request.
NY State Approved
No