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Human Platelet Antigen 1 Genotype

Test Code
10707X


Preferred Specimen
6 mL Lavender Top


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
DNA-Based Capture Binding Assay

Setup Schedule
A.M. Sets up 1 day a week.


Reference Range

See Laboratory Report



Clinical Significance
Human Platelet Antigen (HPA) polymorphism can lead to alloimmunization that clinically can manifest as neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia or post-transfusion thrombocytopenia purpura. HPA-1 genotyping allows screening for potential neonatal immunization in pregnancy.




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