96640:HLA-DR CLASS II DNA TYPING

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96640:HLA-DR CLASS II DNA TYPING
Alias Names: HLA-DRB1
Methodology: Polymerase Chain Reaction / Sequence Specific Oligonucleotide Probes (SSO)
Edit Date: 4/13/2009
Performed: Monday-Thursday
Released: 8-10 days after setup at PeaceHealth Laboratories’ reference lab.
CPT Code: 86817-90
Specimen Collection Details
Collection: One 10 mL yellow top tube (ACD solution A). Also acceptable: lavender top tube (EDTA).
Handling: Keep as whole blood. Do not spin.
Stability: 7 days ambient or 7 days refrigerated. Unstable frozen.
Standard Volume: 10 mL whole blood.
Minimum Volume: 5 mL whole blood.
Transport: Refrigerated.
Rejection Criteria: Heparin whole blood; frozen specimen.
This test may require insurance company prior authorization before ordering.
Please check the prior authorization list
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Failure to gain preauthorization may result in denial of coverage.

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