HLA A Typing
Order Name
HLA A
Test Number: 9108065
Revision Date 12/12/2022
Test Number: 9108065
Revision Date 12/12/2022
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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HLA A Typing
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PCR/Sequence Specific Oligonucleotide Probe Hybridization |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 7 mL (3 mL) | Whole Blood | EDTA (Lavender Top) | Room Temperature |
| Instructions | Notes: 3 mL whole blood or four (4) buccal swabs Specimen Type: Lavender-top (EDTA) tube or four (4) buccal swabs in a sealed envelope (buccal swab kit). When submitting buccal swabs please use a buccal swab kit provided by LabCorp. To obtain the buccal kit, please telephone 800-533-1037. Specimen Storage: Maintain specimen at room temperature; protect from extreme heat or cold. Do NOT freeze. Specimen Collection: Not Available Special Instructions: ***Orderable for CLIENT BILL ONLY*** If you have questions, please call 800-533-1037 (HLA customer service) for assistance selecting the proper HLA test for the patient. |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 3-7 Days |
| Clinical Use | For immunization/vaccination trials or to aid the clinical diagnosis of diseases strongly associated with the HLA-A loci. |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 167377 |
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 167377 |
| CPT Code(s) | 81380 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |