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HLA ABC Typing, Class I

Source Blood
Mnemonic ABC
Specimen Requirements

2 x 8.5 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).

This test is required if any of the following are ordered on the requisition: HLA B5701 Abacavir HS, HLA B1502 Carbamazepine, HLA A29,  or HLA B51.
Testing Location Tissue Typing
Testing Frequency
Alternate Name(s) HLA B5701 Abacavir HS, HLA B1502 Carbamazepine, HLA A29, HLA B51
Reference Interval