Donor Specific Antibodies

Department

Refer to Testing Lab link

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

DSA

Test Code (Numeric Code)

8715

Laboratory Handling

Registration

Photocopy the request form and send onto the next available NZBS courier

Separating

Do not spin

Sample Stability

4 days

Synonyms

DSA
Antibody Screen

Turnaround Time

2 days

Specimen Type

  • Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

10

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Plain (Red Top)
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

6

Last updated: 24/02/2026