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Epic EAP: LAB6240
Epic Description: LIVING DONOR HLA WORKUP
Synonym
LRD
Living Donor Work-up
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 |
5 – Yellow, ACD-A (Acid Dextrose Solution A) AND Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
4 X 8.5 mL (Yellow Tubes); 1 X 6.0 mL (Red Tube) | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Contact HLA for special tubes and scheduling instructions. | 4 X 8.5 mL (Yellow Tubes); 1 X 6.0 mL (Red Tube) | 3.0 mL |
NOTE: GOLD gel tubes are unacceptable.
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Specimens must be received in HLA Lab within 24 hours from collection 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.