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Test Code B27P HLA-B27 typing (PCR)

Additional Codes

Epic Ordering Code LAB869
NBS code LBC06606
Service code 1035055

Specimen Requirements

Submit the following: 

 

Preferred:

Purple Top

Specimen Stability

Specimen Type Whole Blood
Ambient 7 days
Refrigerate 7 days

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
Genomics Diagnostic Laboratory, 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.

Update

Last updated 11/06/2026

Processing Requirements

Specimen type: Whole Blood

Volume: 3.0 mL

Storage/transport requirements: Ambient or refrigerated