Test Code MICAT MICA genotype
Specimen and Container/Tube
Blood
Specimen Type
Blood
Container
Yellow ACD tube
Preferred Volume
Adult: 7 to 10 mL, whole blood, ambient
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Pediatric: 3 mL, whole blood, ambient
UCMC Collection Instructions
Collect blood from venipuncture. Fill yellow ACD tube completely and send to the laboratory.
Availability
Specimen must be received in the laboratory Monday through Thursday ONLY.
Specimens cannot be sent out on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
Performing Laboratory
UCLA Immunogenetics Center
UCLA Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine
Los Angeles, CA 90095