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86021 Wbc antibody identification

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: HLA antibody testing, leukocyte antibody screening

White blood cell antibody identification test detects and identifies antibodies against human leukocyte antigens (HLA) or other white blood cell antigens, critical in transfusion medicine.

Clinical Context

Essential for detecting alloimmunization from transfusions, particularly in multiply transfused patients. Critical for hematopoietic stem cell and organ transplant evaluation.

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Specialties

Transfusion MedicineImmunologyHematology

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