Polymerase Chain Reaction-SSOP
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by this laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA-88) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing.
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | None Specified |
| Preferred specimen(s) | 4 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube *** EDTA (lavender-top) tube cannot be used for other testing prior to HLA testing *** |
| Alternative specimen(s) | Whole blood collected in: ACD (yellow-top) tube • 4 buccal swabs (COPAN hDNA Free FLOQSwabs®) |
| Minimum volume | 2 mL • 2 buccal swabs |
| Collection instructions | Received within 48-72 hours of draw is preferred |
| Transport container | EDTA (lavender-top) tube |
| Transport temperature | Room temperature |
| Specimen stability | Room temperature: 14 days Refrigerated: 14 days Frozen: Indefinite |
Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
*The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
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