Laboratory Medicine Program

HLA Crossmatch
(Donor specific crossmatch, Tissue typing crossmatch)

Clinical Decription:
Used to determine the presence or absence of donor-specific antibodies in potential transplant recipients.

Method: Flow Cytometry

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Reference ranges for this test are not available online. However, they are included in all test results. For more information, please call us.

Specimen Type: ACD whole blood and serum
Collected In: ACD
Volume: 50 mL (minimum: 50 mL)

Shipping: Room temperature

Special Instructions: Recipients require both whole blood (ACD tube - 50 mL) and serum (10 mL) from potential recipient, whereas we only require whole blood (ACD tube - 50 mL) from the donor. Please see link to requisitions if ordering from outside of UHN.

Testing Schedule(s): Living donor - Booking required (416-340-4995).

Turnaround Time: determined on an individual basis

For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227