Transplant Candidate Evaluation (Plasma) – Immunologic Profile
This test measures key immune markers in your plasma to assess compatibility for organ transplantation, helping doctors determine whether your immune system may reject a donated organ.
["This helps ensure your immune response aligns with the donor’s to reduce rejection risk before surgery."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 85214-5
- Short code
- Trnsplt cand eval nte
- Synonyms
- Trnsplt cand eval nte
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- role
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What This Test Measures
The test evaluates several substances that play roles in immune function and organ compatibility. These may include markers for cell-mediated immunity, antibody levels, and other proteins that influence immune reactions. Results help identify potential risks or compatibility factors unique to your case.
Why It’s Done Before Transplantation
Doctors use this test to check if your immune system might attack the donated organ. It helps tailor medications to prevent rejection while balancing risks of side effects.
How the Test Works
Blood is drawn and processed to isolate plasma, where specific immune-related substances are measured using advanced immunoassay techniques. These methods detect antibodies, immune cell activity, and other proteins that could affect transplant success.
What the Results Mean
Results may show whether your immune response is likely to be compatible with the donor organ. High levels of certain markers might indicate a higher risk of rejection, prompting additional monitoring or adjustments to immunosuppressive therapy.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
This test is critical for transplant candidates because it helps identify immune-related risks before surgery. By pinpointing potential mismatches, doctors can personalize treatment plans to protect the new organ while minimizing complications.
Short name
Transplant Immunology Panel
Frequently asked questions
Why do I need this test before a transplant?
What does a ‘positive’ result mean for my transplant?
How long does it take to get my transplant evaluation results?
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