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HelpTest Code LY27B HLA-B27, Blood
Ordering Guidance
This test is best used alone if a particular disease, such as ankylosing spondylitis, is under consideration.
Orders received for both this test and 1LRR / Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA) Class I Typing Low Resolution, Recipient, Blood or 1DIS / Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA) A-B-C Disease Association Typing Low Resolution, Blood (which provides data on all HLA Class I low-resolution antigens, including B27) will be questioned due to test overlap.
Shipping Instructions
Specimen must arrive within 96 hours of collection.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 6 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
CMH COLLECTION: 2 mL in EDTA lavender vacutainer
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Ambient | 4 days |
Useful For
Assisting in the diagnostic process of ankylosing spondylitis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and reactive arthritis
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
2 to 6 daysReporting Name
HLA-B27, BReference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Method Name
Flow Cytometry
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86812