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