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HelpTest Code CELIA Celiac Disease Association HLA Typing Class II: DQ2 and DQ8
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB8145
Epic Description: HLA CELIAC CL2
Synonym
DQ Type
HLA Class II Type
Collection Limitations
Jeff Hwy Campus: Collect Sunday through 8 A.M. Friday.
Remote Locations: Collect Sunday through Thursday.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Yellow, ACD-A (Acid Dextrose Solution A) |
1X 8.5 mL Yellow Tubes | 8.5 mL |
| Alternate | 2-Lavender, EDTA | 1X 8.5 mL Yellow Tubes | 8.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Gold Gel tubes are not acceptable. Specimens must be received in HLA Lab within 24 hours of collection or prior to 9 A.M. on Friday. Do not centrifuge, refrigerate, or freeze. Transport at room temperature. Store at room temperature if holding overnight.
Performing Lab
HLA Lab
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday morning (Excluding Holidays)
Routine Turnaround Time
10 days, excluding weekends and holidays
CSR Storage Requirements
Store at room temperature in CSR Lab in HLA igloo. Do not refrigerate, freeze or centrifuge.