HLA-B*5701 (FOR ABACAVIR DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY)
Synonyms: | |
Computer Code: | (HB5701) |
Specimen Collection: | 2 x 3 mL blood (lavender top tube). |
Minimum Volume: | 2 x 3 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Store at room temperature. Send with completed TIL lab requisition. REQUIRES GENETIC TESTING ATTESTATION. |
Reference Values: | Presence or absence of the HLA-B*5701 allele linked with Abacavir drug hypersensitivity. |
Lab Code: | Transplant Immunology |
Requisition: | TIL 13%20transpltimmhlareq.pdf |
Test Frequency: | Daily |
Routine TAT: | 5 days |
Stat TAT: | 5 days |
CPT Code(s): | 81381 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |