Test for Anti-IgA

Specimen and requisition requirements

Minimum 2 mL separated serum (not collected in SST gel). Wrap sample caps with parafilm.
Label specimen with the required minimum information: patient’s last name, first name, middle name, PHN or unique identifier and date of collection.

Complete Requisition (must include):

• Patient’s last name, first name, middle name, PHN or unique identifier and date of birth
• Facility name, complete address, phone and fax number
• Phlebotomist ID information
• Date of collection

Requisition

Patient Request for Anti-IgA Testing (PDF)
(Electronic Fillable Form)

Test for Anti-IgA (Frequently Asked Questions) (PDF)
(Electronic Fillable Form)

Pre-shipping storage

Frozen (-20^oC or lower).

Shipping instructions

Sample MUST be sent frozen with dry ice.

Select shipping method for container to arrive at testing site within 24 hours.

Send to

Canadian Blood Services
Testing Laboratory
100 Parkshore Drive
Brampton, ON, L6T 5M1
Tel: 905-494-5295
Fax: 905-494- 8131