Kir3D P1 Deletion Variant in Blood
This test checks for a specific genetic variation in your blood that involves a deletion in the KIR3D P1 gene, which plays a role in immune function.
["Understanding your genetic variation may help inform your healthcare provider about potential immune-related considerations."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 64432-8
- Short code
- KIR3DP1 del variant Bld/T Ql
- Synonyms
- KIR3DP1 del variant Bld/T Ql
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- whole-blood
- Container
- Lavender-top (EDTA)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- molgen
- Specimen volume
- 3 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h
- Hemolysis max
- 0
- Lipemia max
- 0
- Icterus max
- 0
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
Why This Test Might Be Ordered
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you have a family history of immune disorders, certain blood-related conditions, or if you are considering pregnancy and there is a concern about genetic factors affecting immune compatibility.
What to Expect Before the Test
No special preparation is typically needed. You will provide a blood sample, similar to other routine blood tests. This is a simple, painless procedure.
What the Results Mean
The test identifies whether you carry the KIR3D P1 deletion variant. This genetic variation can influence how your immune system interacts with certain cells, which may be relevant in specific medical contexts such as pregnancy or immune-related treatments.
Common Uses and Considerations
This test is often used in the context of prenatal care to assess immune compatibility between parents or in evaluating immune responses in patients with certain genetic predispositions.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Genetic variations like this deletion can affect how your immune system recognizes and responds to cells from another individual, such as during pregnancy or in transplant scenarios. While this test does not diagnose a specific condition, it provides important genetic information that may guide medical decisions.
Short name
Kir3D P1 Gene Deletion Test
Frequently asked questions
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Is there any risk or discomfort associated with this test?
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