Chimerism Analysis - Pre Transplant (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Chimerism Analysis - Pre Transplant (Blood)

Alternate Names	Haemopoietic Chimerism Analysis, Chimerism Analysis (Bone Marrow Transplantation), CD3 pos/neg chimerism analysis, Chimerism DNA, Chimerism Analysis - Pre Transplant
Test Code	PCHIPR
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $129.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	This test is for pre-transplant analysis. For post-transplant testing, please refer to: Chimerism Analysis - Post Transplant (Blood).
Collection Instructions	Please collect 1 x DEDICATED 9mL EDTA tube.
Transport Instructions	Send to the laboratory as soon as possible Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	4mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	EWL, EW, CMOL, FORM
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Pre-allograft specimens do not have to be processed within 24 hours and can be accepted before weekends and public holidays. Please note, post-allograft specimens need to be processed within 24 hours of collection. 2 x 9 mL EDTA tubes are required and test code is PCHIM. If unsure, please assume sample is post-allograft and follow the given instructions.
Laboratory Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department Specimens will need to be sent to Peter Mac or Alfred Pathology depending on where the patient has had their transplant. If transplant done at The Alfred, code for MISCSO and send specimen to Alfred Pathology.
External Laboratory	Pathology Department, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Accredited Test	Yes

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