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Alternate Names
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HLA Antibodies, HLA Platelet Antibodies, Platelet Antibodies, Platelet Refractoriness |
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Test Code
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MISCSO |
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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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9 mL ACD (Yellow Top) - DEDICATED
9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED
Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert) - DEDICATED
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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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Please complete ARCL Request form (FRM-01326): ‘Request for HLA-HPA Compatible Platelets - Clinical Information and Investigation Request Form’.
Consult with Blood Transfusion Laboratory (Blood Bank) on ph:03 9496 5230 or Haematology Registrars (ph:03 9496 5981) if required. |
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Collection Instructions
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Please collect DEDICATED specimens:
- 1 x 9 ml EDTA tube AND 2 x serum tubes, OR
- 1 x 9 ml ACD tube AND 2 x serum tubes
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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 refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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As Required |
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Min Test Volume
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8mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Contact Blood Transfusion Laboratory (Blood Bank) on 03 9496 5230 to confirm addon suitability. |
