HLA Class 1(A,B,C) Typing (Sendout)

Indications: HLA Typing Platelet Support or Diagnostic Testing.

Test Information: Using Molecular typing methods to identify alleles of the HLA A, B, and C genes. Assignment is at the low resolution level.

Ordering Note: A call-back number must be included for all STAT orders. Enter contact information in the Epic order comments or on the Bloodworks Northwest Requisition.

Outside Laboratories:

• Store and transport whole blood samples at ambient temperature.
• A completed Bloodworks Northwest Immunogenetics/HLA Requisition must accompany all orders. In the Billing section, indicate "Bill to UWMC DLMP."

Stability: Ambient: Required.

Store and transport samples at ambient temperature.

• Send sample(s) with a copy of the Bloodworks Northwest HLA Requisition or the EPIC requisition (must clearly indicate the Bloodworks NW test to be performed).
• Package sample(s) with the associated requisition in a biohazard bag (one patient per bag).
  • Orders received with multiple patient samples/requisitions in the same biohazard bag will be rejected by Bloodworks NW.
• STAT orders should be transported to Bloodworks Northwest as received.
  • Providers may coordinate STAT testing with a Bloodworks Lead Technical Coordinator, who will contact SPS to request expedited transport of a sample. Samples may be sent to Bloodworks 24/7.
• Send routine samples via scheduled UW DLMP Courier or Delivery Express shipments.
• UW-MT: Samples are sent by SPS/Cross Hospital.
• HMC: Store samples in the room temp "H2PSBC" storage bin while awaiting shipment. Samples are sent by HMC Sendouts.

Stability: Ambient: Required.

Bloodworks Northwest HLA Immunogenetics Lab:

• Phone: (206) 689-6580
• Fax: (206) 689-6582
• Laboratory staffed for questions: Monday through Friday, 07:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
• After-Hours, Holidays, Weekends: Contact the Lead Technical Coordinator at (206) 817-7730.