Catalog ID KTNAT Kidney Transplant NAT Testing
CPOE Test Name
Kidney Transplant NAT Testing
Synonyms
NAT Testing, Multiplex NAT Testing
Specimen Requirements
Pink top (EDTA) tube. Samples require Name, MRN, date and phlebotomist initials/Cerner ID
Storage and Transport
Send samples to Blood Bank, Blood Bank sends samples to Reference Laboratory for testing.
Causes for Rejection
Improper labeling; wrong tube; gross hemolysis; insufficient volume
Interpretation
The Transplant Program will be notified of any Positive Transmissible Disease testing on donor.
Turn Around Time
5 business days
Methodology
This order is for Kidney and Pancreas Transplant program donors requesting donor NAT Testing. The HIV/HCV/HBV Multiplex NAT test will be performed by a reference lab.
Reference Ranges
Not applicable
Performing Lab
Blood Bank, BI-1230, 721-2731