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HLA ABC-DR Typing, Class I & II

Source Blood
Mnemonic ABCDR
Specimen Requirements

2 x 10 mL yellow top ACD "A" tube

20 mL whole blood

PSC:
Collect required samples. DO NOT send patients away. DO NOT request patient to book appointment for this test. Contact Tissue Typing (403-770-3652) if there are any questions regarding the collection of samples.

Specimen Handling Mix well. DO NOT centrifuge. Maintain specimen at room temperature.

Copy of requisition MUST accompany the specimen(s) to allow for DSC Accession re-data entry into PathNet Classic LIS.
Additional Information Transplant Coordinators:
All HLA typing MUST be booked. Call Tissue Typing Department (403-770-3652) and verify booking.
Give patient’s name, doctor, and reason for test (diagnosis).

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