HLA Antibody Check Plus Storage (Sendout)

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General Information

Lab Name
HLA Antibody Check Plus Storage (Sendout)
Lab Code
RHLAST
Epic Name
HLA Antibody Check Plus Storage
External Test Id
0000-00HUS
Description

Indications: Solid organ transplant.

    Test Information: Bloodworks Northwest HLA placeholder code for periodic monitoring of HLA antibodies in patients awaiting deceased donor transplantation. Samples submitted to the Immunogenetics/HLA laboratory may be tested for HLA antibody specificity and levels (CPRA) as needed, and serum and lymphocytes will be stored for future testing. Includes Bloodworks NW tests 3083-16 (HLA Antibody Specificity, as needed) plus 3085-00 (specimen storage, serum) and 3085-01 (specimen storage, lymphocytes.

    References

    Bloodworks Northwest Profile Information: Periodic HLA Antibody Screening of Candidates for Deceased Donors Transplants

    Forms & Requisitions
    Synonyms
    0000-00HUS, 3083-06, 3083-16, 3085-00, 3085-01, HLA Antibody Specificity, Serum and Lymphocyte Storage
    Components
    Code Name
    RHLCOM HLA Antibody Order Status

    Interpretation

    Reference Range
    See individual components
    References

    Bloodworks Northwest Profile Information: Periodic HLA Antibody Screening of Candidates for Deceased Donors Transplants

    Ordering & Collection

    Specimen Type
    Blood
    Collection

    3 x 10 mL YELLOW TOP (ACD) tubes and 2 x 10 mL RED TOP tubes

    Note: Tubes must be filled completely.

    Forms & Requisitions
    Handling Instructions

    Outside Laboratories: This test is for use solely with UW Medicine transplant protocols.

    Quantity
    Requested: 30 mL whole blood in Yellow ACD and 20 mL blood Red Top (clot) tubes
    Minimum: 30 mL whole blood in Yellow ACD and 20 mL blood Red Top (clot) tubes

    Processing

    Receiving Instructions

    Store and transport samples at ambient temperature.

      Sendouts (UW-MT/HMC) and FHCC SPS:

      • Bloodworks NW HLA Test: 000-00HUS
      • Interfaced: Yes [Interface: 603; Worksheet: UBWHLA/HBWHLA/FBWHLA or other location-specific worksheet group]
      • Send sample(s) with a copy of the Bloodworks Northwest HLA Requisition or the EPIC requisition (must indicate the test or panel to be ordered at Bloodworks NW).
        • Package sample(s) with the associated requisition in a biohazard bag (one patient per bag). Orders received with multiple patient samples/requisitions in the same biohazard bag will be rejected by Bloodworks NW.
      • Send routine samples via scheduled DLMP Courier pickups or Delivery Express according to the site’s preferred transportation method.
      • STAT orders should be sent to Bloodworks Northwest as received.* Depending on the courier schedule, it may be necessary to individually batch a STAT order and/or call Delivery Express for pickup.
        • *STAT orders for this test are rare and require the provider to request approval from the HLA Lab. If approval is obtained, the HLA Lead Technical Coordinator will contact CSS to request expedited transport of a sample. CSS will create an HC1 task for SPS. If this is not done, orders should be considered routine.

      Stability: Ambient.

      Misc Sendout

      Performance

      Lab Department
      Sendouts BWNW Lab (AB)(BWAB)
      Frequency
      Performed: Performed: Monday through Friday. Reported: 5-7 business days from sample receipt at Bloodworks NW HLA Lab.
      Available STAT?
      Yes, only by arrangement with Bloodworks Northwest HLA Lab. Call (206) 689-6580 (or 206-817-7730 after hours) for approval.
      Performing Location(s)
      Sendout Bloodworks Northwest Immunogenetics/HLA Laboratory
      206-689-6580

      921 Terry Ave
      6th Floor
      Seattle, WA 98104

      Laboratory staffed for questions: Monday - Friday, 07:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
      After-Hours, Holidays, Weekends: Contact the Lead Technical Coordinator at (206) 817-7730
      Fax: 206-689-6582

      Billing & Coding

      Billing Comments

      Placeholder mnemonic without billing. See individual tests for CPT coding information.