HLA-B51
Test Mnemonic
HLAB
CPT Codes
- 81373 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
57291-7
Performing Laboratory
Allogen Laboratories
FDA Category
Research Use Only
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 mL | Whole blood | EDTA (Lavender) | Ambient | Ambient |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
7 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Sequence Specific Oligonucleotide Probe (SSOP) |
Reference Range
Clinical Info
High resolution HLA antigen typing for disease associations or initial screening prior to enrollment in a transplant program