HLA-B*51:01 Genotyping
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Clinical Info |
Behçet disease (BD) is a rare, chronic, multisystem disease caused by vasculitis ofblood vessels throughout the body. HLA-B*51 is the predominant genetic riskfactor for BD, however not all BD patients carry the B*51 allele. BD showsworldwide distribution, but it is most common in the Mediterranean basin,Middle East, and East Asian countries. |
Specimen Sources |
Blood, Arterial Blood, Capillary Blood, Central Line Blood, Venous |
Specimen Types |
Blood |
Specimen Volume |
1-3 mL Whole blood |
Container |
Lavender Top Tube |
Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Lavender Top TubeSpecimen: 1 – 3 mL Whole blood Specimen should be accompanied by a test request form and a signed consent form stating that the patient agrees to be tested |
Transport Instructions |
Room Temperature or 4 C |
Specimen Stability |
1 Week Refrigerated |
Methodology |
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Days Performed |
Monday through Friday TAT: 8 Calendar days |
Performing Laboratories |
Northwell Health |
CPT |
81373 |
PDM |
268467 |
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