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HLA-B27 Typing
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | Yes |
| Test code | ILB27 |
| Test group | HLA Typing |
| Performed by | Immunogenetics & Transplantation Laboratory (ITL) |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Molecular – SSP/SSOP |
| Collection Instructions | Fill ACD tube completely. Obtain ACD tube from Specimen Receiving. Collect additional samples if white blood cell (WBC) count is low (<1,000). Print out and submit an ITL Requisition with the sample. Click here for Form |
| Container type | Yellow top (ACD) |
| Amount to Collect | 8.5 mL blood |
| Sample type | ACD anticoagulated whole blood |
| Preferred volume | 8.5 mL blood |
| Min. Volume | 1 mL blood |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | WBC count too low (<1,000) |
| Processing notes | Keep sample at Room Temperature, DO NOT refrigerate or centrifuge. |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | HLA Typing for Ankylosing Spondylitis |
| Stability | If kept at ambient temperature, can be good for up to 72 hours |
| Turn around times | Test run Monday – Friday. Expected TAT for routine test is < 8 working days. |
| CPT coding | 81374 |
| Last Updated | 5/22/2013 1:18:58 PM |
| Entry Number | 1403 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667