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Coeliac Disease HLA Genotyping (Blood)

Alternate Names
HLADQ2/8, HLA DQ, Coeliac Genetic Screen, HLA DQ Coeliac Screen
Test Code
CGS
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood
Container Type

9 mL ACD (Yellow Top) - DEDICATED

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Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

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Collection Instructions

Please collect a DEDICATED sample for this test.

Samples Required for Testing

  EDTA ACD
ADULT    9 mL
CHILD (2-12 years) 2.5mL OR 2.5 mL
BABY 1 - 2 mL  


If a blood specimen cannot be collected from the baby, a buccal swab (inside of cheek) may be acceptable. 
Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency
Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume
2.5mL
Add On Test Suitability

Add ons for this test cannot be performed.
Container ID
EW, EWL, ACD, CR, CRS
CSR Instructions

WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE.

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception 

  • Place sample in Room Temperature Sendout tub.  
Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
VTIS (Victorian Transplantation & Immunogenetics Service)
Accredited Test
Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)

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Austin Hospital Studley Road
Heidelberg, VIC 3084
Phone:9496-3100
Fax: 03 9496 5803

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