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HLA Crossmatch - Allogeneic (Patient)
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General
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Clinical Use:
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The allogeneic HLA flow cytometry crossmatch is used to detect HLA antibodies by crossmatching in potential organ transplant recipients against the cells of potential donors, as well as in women with histories of frequent spontaneous abortions against their spouses cells. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Tuesday-Friday. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Allogeneic Crossmatch (Patient), |
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Code:
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IFXM |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample ambient.
Deliver sample to laboratory as soon as possible. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Serum Sep. Tube-SST x 2 (GOLD), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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9mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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ALL allogeneic crossmatches MUST be pre-booked via the WAKTS website or through the testing laboratory.
Cross reference to Donor.
Collect sample Monday-Thursday only.
Do not collect prior to public holidays. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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If SST has been separated, store sample chilled. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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Stability:
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2 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample ambient.
If sample has been separated, send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Immunogenetics Molecular |
Immunology |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8006 |
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Last Updated : 01-10-2020 10:19 |