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Test Code B27P HLA-B27 typing (PCR)

Laboratory Code

LAB869

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3.0 mL

Specimen Stability

7 days, ambient or refrigerated

Methodology

Allele-specific Polymerase Chain Reaction

Days and Times Performed

TAT 1 month

Reference Interval

An interpretative report will be provided

Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital
Molecular Diagnosis Centre, 67724384

Useful For

For identification of the HLA-B27 allele which is associated with several rheumatic diseases such as ankylosing spondylitis, Reiter syndrome, and psoriatic arthritis.

Service Code

1035055

Update

Last updated 20/03/2025