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HLA-B27 DNA Typing

Test Code
915584


CPT Codes
81374<br>Clinical Trial Code

Preferred Specimen
5 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube


Minimum Volume
3 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Whole blood collected in a sodium heparin (green-top) tube


Instructions
For ordering information, including sample requirements, please email the HLA and Immunogenetics Laboratory directly at HLA@questdiagnostics.com


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
PCR followed by Sequence Specific Oligonucleotide Probes

Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report


Clinical Significance
This test is used in the evaluation of genetic risk for ankylosing spondilitis, uveitis, and several other autoimmune disorders.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.