| Laboratory: | Transfusion Medicine |
| Test Name: |
HLA B27 - (B)
Test Code:
CBSS
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| Clinical Information: |
HLA-B27 is not generally available to screen patients for rheumatologic problems.
For visual reference ONLY - to view sample CBS Requisition PI100 "Platelet Immunology" Form, see https://www.blood.ca/en |
| Collection Devices: |
Refer to "Specimen Labelling Requirements for CBS Tests".
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| Specimen Required: |
Blood: 6.0 mL
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| Referral: |
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| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: |
A descriptive report will be sent.
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| Availability: |
Weekdays
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| See Also: | |
| More Information: |
Send specimen to Blood Bank for delivery to Canadian Blood Services Platelet Immunology Laboratory.
Deliver to the laboratory preferably within 48 hours of collection. |