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HLA Antibody Testing – Class I PRA
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | Yes |
| Test code | ILPRA1 |
| Test group | HLA Antibody Testing |
| Performed by | Immunogenetics & Transplantation Laboratory (ITL) |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Luminex-based |
| Collection Instructions | Fill Red top tube completely. If being collected with other antibody and or crossmatch testing, collect 2 tubes. Print out and submit an ITL Requisition with the sample. Click here for Form |
| Container type | Red top |
| Amount to Collect | 6 mL blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Preferred volume | 4 mL serum |
| Min. Volume | 2 mL serum |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | Hemolyzed sample and or presence of substances that can interfere with the assay (high background). |
| Processing notes | Keep sample at Room Temperature, DO NOT refrigerate or centrifuge. |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | Class I PRA by Luminex, PRA Class I |
| 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 < 11 working days. |
| Reflex? | Yes |
| Additional information | This test detects sensitization to HLA Class I antigens through blood transfusion, organ transplantation, pregnancy, etc. It is reported as a percentage of positive cells in a panel. In addition to solid organ testing protocols, this test can be requested for evaluation of refractoriness to platelet transfusions (contact Blood Bank, 415-353-1313). |
| CPT coding | 86830 |
| Last Updated | 5/15/2013 10:05:01 AM |
| Entry Number | 1428 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667