HLA-CELIAC DISEASE: DR-DQB1-DQA1 HAPLOTYPE ASSOCIATION INCLUDING DQ2,DQ8

Test Name

HLA-CELIAC DISEASE: DR-DQB1-DQA1 HAPLOTYPE ASSOCIATION INCLUDING DQ2,DQ8

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Test Code

H0015ad

Test Components/ Genes/ Parameters

Sample Report

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Test Information

TAT DETAILS

2 Working Days

PRE-TEST INSTRUCTIONS

CLINICAL UTILITY

Celiac disease is strongly associated with the HLA genetic region. Approximately 90% of celiac patients express the HLA-DQ2 molecule. Most of the DQ2 negative patients express the HLA-DQ8 molecule.

SPECIMEN STABILITY

Ship at 2-8°C, Do not freeze

METHODOLOGY

SSP-PCR

STORAGE TEMPERATURE

SPECIMEN TYPE

4 mL (3 mL min.) Whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube OR 6 mL (3 mL min.) Whole blood in 1 Yellow Top (ACD) tube.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this Test?

HLA-CELIAC DISEASE: DR-DQB1-DQA1 HAPLOTYPE ASSOCIATION INCLUDING DQ2,DQ8

What does it measure?

The test rule out the celiac disease (CD) diagnosis

How to prepare yourself for the test?

When should you consider this test/ when this test is recommended?

The test is recommended to diagnose the celiac disease

Test Process/ how is the (test name) test performed?

SSP-PCR

What are the risks of the (test name) test?

No risk

How to read the test report?/ What the results may indicate?

The test confirms the presence or absence of antibodies in the serum sample.