Test for Anti-IgA

Specimen and requisition requirements

Specimen(s):

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, PHIN or hospital number or other unique identifier, date of collection, facility name, and phlebotomist initials.

Complete Requisition (must include):

• Patient’s last name, first name, date of birth and PHN or unique identifier
• 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◦C 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
BC & Yukon Centre
Diagnostic Services Laboratory
4750 Oak Street
Vancouver, BC  V6H 2N9
Tel: 604-707-3434
Fax: 604-874-6582