HLA-DQB1 Typing, High Resolution
Use
High resolution typing of the HLA-DQB1 locus provides allele-level (high-resolution) results critical for accurate donor-recipient matching in stem cell transplantation and other immunogenetic applications. This level of resolution helps resolve ambiguities within exons 2 and 3, enabling precise determination of HLA-DQB1 alleles to inform transplantation compatibility and disease association testing.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
5-7 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
14 mL
Minimum Volume
5 mL
Container
EDTA (lavender top) tube
Collection Instructions
Indicate on specimen tube and requisition whether sample is whole blood or cord blood. Send only 14 ml EDTA whole blood if more than one HLA typing test is ordered.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
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