Ordering Information

Epic Orderable Name:  T Cell Chimerism

Epic Test Id:  LAB20143

Testing Includes:  Multiplex PCR for STR markers to determine relative amounts of recipient and donor cells in a specimen. This test is performed on DNA from whole blood and CD3+ cells.

Testing Schedule:  Twice weekly

Turnaround Time:  3-10 Days

Order Priorities:  Routine

Methodology:  Polymerase Chain Reaction

Specimen Requirements

Specimen:  5-6 mL whole blood in EDTA (lavender top) tubes.

Collection Container:  Lavender Top Tube

Collection Volume:  6.0 mL

Send Specimen To:  JHH Genetics Molecular Labs (Ashland 2)

Specimen Types:  Blood

For Lab Staff

Processing (in Performing Lab):  Sample must be received in lab within 24 hours of collection.

Phlebotomy Status:  Routine Rounds

Processing Instructions for Outreach Sites:  Sample must be received in lab within 24 hours of collection.