Chimerism Analysis With CD3 Cells
Also known as: Cell Sorting CD3, Chimerism Analysis With Sorted Lymphoid Cells, Engraftment Monitoring Sorted Lymphoid Cells
Use
Monitor the level of donor CD3+ cells in the recipient (patient-host) of a stem cell transplant. Polymorphic loci determined in the preëngraftment testing are used as a reference for the evaluation.
Special Instructions
To schedule this test, contact HLA customer service at 800-533-1037. Specimen should be maintained at room temperature and shipped to arrive between Monday and Friday.
Limitations
This test was developed by LabCorp, and its performance characteristics were determined internally. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The sensitivity of the test is 5% or less for a typical specimen, and the average purity of sorted cells is at least 90%.
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 103157-4
- 103157-4
Result Turnaround Time
3-7 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
6 mL
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Container
Yellow-top (ACD-A or ACD-B) tube
Patient Preparation
None
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Ship specimen to arrive in the laboratory between Monday and Friday.
Causes for Rejection
Improper collection tube (i.e., EDTA or heparin); hemolysis; clotted specimen
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