HLA - DR (Class II) Typing Test
Short Name: HLA-DR Class II Typing
Also known as: HLA-DRB1 Typing, Class II HLA Typing
HLA - DR (Class II) Typing Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹8,658. Uses Reverse SSOP - Luminex on Whole Blood samples. Results in Results are typically available within 10-12 days after sample receipt.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
Overview
The primary purpose of the HLA-DR Class II Typing Test is to evaluate immune system compatibility for organ transplantation and to identify genetic markers associated with autoimmune diseases. It aids in ensuring donor-recipient matches to minimize rejection risks and supports diagnosis and management of conditions like multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and type 1 diabetes.
- Test Code
- 787
- Price
- ₹8,658
- Sample Type
- Whole Blood
- Result Time
- Results are typically available within 10-12 days after sample receipt.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Reverse SSOP - Luminex
Sample Collection
Obtain a doctor's prescription on letterhead with stamped photographs of recipient and donor. Complete the Consent form for HLA Typing for Solid organ transplant (Form 33). No special preparation required otherwise.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
Standard venipuncture procedure to collect whole blood into specified tubes.
Report Delivery
Ship refrigerated; do not freeze. Keep sample stable as per instructions.
Timeline: Results are typically available within 10-12 days after sample receipt.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The primary purpose of the HLA-DR Class II Typing Test is to evaluate immune system compatibility for organ transplantation and to identify genetic markers associated with autoimmune diseases. It aids in ensuring donor-recipient matches to minimize rejection risks and supports diagnosis and management of conditions like multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and type 1 diabetes.
How to Prepare
- Use 4 mL (3 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube OR 6 mL (3 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Yellow Top (ACD) tube
- Ship refrigerated; DO NOT FREEZE
- Include doctor's prescription and consent form as required
Doctor's Notes
"The classic MHC Class II HLA DR antigens are integral participants in the immune response to intracellular infections, tumors, and allografts. They show a high degree of allelic variation, which is crucial for assessing transplant compatibility and autoimmune disease risk."
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Sample not collected in specified container
- Insufficient sample volume
- Missing required documentation (prescription and consent form)
- Sample hemolyzed or contaminated
Understanding Your Results
Consult a healthcare provider after receiving results to discuss implications for transplantation or autoimmune disease management. Immediate consultation is advised if the test is part of an ongoing transplant evaluation.
Limitations
- ⚠May not detect all rare HLA alleles
- ⚠Results are for compatibility and predisposition, not definitive diagnosis of diseases
- ⚠Requires mandatory documentation for solid organ transplants
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor bruising or pain at blood draw site
- ●Rare risk of infection
- ●No significant long-term risks
Interfering Factors
- ●Hemolysis or improper sample handling
- ●Contamination during collection
- ●Incorrect sample storage conditions
Compare With Similar Tests
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