- Test Name
- HLA-B27
- Aliases
- B27, B-locus
- Provincial Mnemonic
- HL7 B27
- LOINC Test Code
- MTS00011-7
- Description and Primary Use
- Screen for ankylosing spondylitis
- Reorder interval
- Once only
- TAT
- 4-6 weeks
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
Enter test name (and/or Provincial Mnemonic) into ADDITIONAL REQUESTS section on the outpatient requisition form.
- Required Consultations
- Algorithms and Guidelines
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
EDTA, 4-8 mL peripheral blood, refrigerated NOT frozen
- Criteria for Rejection
- Laboratory Service Area
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 4 (HSC only)
- Last Updated
- 27-May-19