Test Code: HLA003
Sjögren's disease
Immunogenetics
HLA-DR and HLA-DQ haplotypes are known genetic susceptibility factors for Sjögren's disease, particularly among individuals with anti-SSA/Ro and anti-SSB/La autoantibodies. However, the presence of these alleles is not diagnostic, as they are also observed in unaffected individuals.
Sample Type
3 ml peripheral blood in EDTA (purple/pink top) tube
Turnaround Time
21 - 28 days
Courier Requirements
Ship overnight at room temperature to receive next day. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Maintain specimen at room temperature.
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Genes Analyzed
1 genes
HLA-DQ
Methodology
Next Generation Sequencing
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