HLA DPA1 High Resolution
Use
DPA1 antigens may be correlated with certain disease states or other clinical conditions. Also used for screening of transplant candidates and potential donors, transfusion of specifically compatible blood products, among others. This test is for single locus typing at high resolution.
Special Instructions
Indicate in clinical information which antigen(s) is of interest. For questions, contact HLA customer service at 800-533-1037 for assistance in selecting the proper HLA test for the patient.
Limitations
The test results are based on Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), which may require additional time for confirmatory or reflex tests if necessary. There are potential limitations related to specimen quality, such as hemolysis or clotting, and wrong specimen containers, which may require resubmission of samples.
Methodology
NGS
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 59018-2
- 59018-2
- 49549-9
Result Turnaround Time
3-7 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
7 mL
Minimum Volume
3 mL
Container
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature; protect from extreme heat or cold. Do not freeze.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed specimen; clotted specimen; wrong specimen container
Other tests from different labs that may be relevant