HLA/Immunogenetics Laboratory Profiles

Kidney, Pancreas, or Kidney with additional organ

    Tests Ordered:

• ABO typing
• HLA Class I + II (A,B,C,DR,DQ) Typing
• HLA Antibody Detection (a positive result could reflex to – HLA Antibody Specificity.)

Cardiothoracic Transplants

    Tests Ordered:

• ABO typing (if requested)
• HLA Class I + II (A,B,C,DR,DQ) Typing
• HLA Antibody Specificity

      *Pediatric transplants may have center specific protocols.

Liver Transplants

• Liver transplant tests are usually performed after transplant. 
  • See Final Crossmatch for Deceased Donor Transplant 

Testing Details for an Initial Evaluation Workup

• Specimen Requirements:
  • Three to five 10ml ACDtubes(yellow top, solution A or B), one to two 10ml clot tubes   (red top)
  • For pediatric patients volume of samples may be modified. Contact the lab at 206-689-6580 to inquire about the minimal amount required for the test needed.
• Labeling Requirements:
  • Specimen must have the patient’s first and last name, a collection date and a unique identifier written on the tube.
• Analytic Time:
  • 5 to 10 business days
• Testing Schedule:
  • Monday through Friday

All specimens must be accompanied by a Request for Testing Form