| Ordering Recommendation: |
Use prior to transfusion or in possible transfusion reactions to determine the presence of anti-IgA antibodies in patients with selective IgA deficiency.
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| Methodology: |
Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
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| Performed: |
Varies
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| Reported: |
3-10 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Plain red or serum separator tube.
Specimen Preparation: Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Also acceptable: Room temperature or frozen.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 3 months
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