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Alternate Names
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HLA, HLA typing |
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Test Code
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HLATY |
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Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Results include HLA for narcolepsy and HLA DQ2/8 (Coeliac HLA)
At Austin Health this test must be ordered on a paper request form. It cannot be ordered via Cerner. |
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Collection Instructions
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For collection of a Buccal Swab:
- Use 2 sterile dry swabs. 2 swabs must be collected.
- Rub inside of cheek solidly for 10 secs, each cheek, with same swab.
- The baby must not be given any food or milk for half an hour prior to swabbing, as swab will not contain baby DNA.
- The baby may have some water.
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store ambient at room temperature |
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Testing Frequency
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As Required |
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Min Test Volume
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None |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Add ons for this test cannot be performed. |
