• Can I perform this test at home?

Yes, home blood collection service is available through Lahalak Medical Platform.

• What do HPA-1a/b genotype results mean?

The results identify the specific antigens on the platelet surface, indicating the risk of an immune reaction.

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Medical notice: this information is for education and service understanding. It is not a diagnosis or a recommendation for an unnecessary procedure.

About this service

Advanced laboratory test using PCR technology to identify HPA-1a and HPA-1b genotypes, helping detect risks of platelet alloimmunization and neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia in clinical settings.

Clinical Significance

Evaluating the risk of Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia (NAIT).
Determining genetic platelet compatibility between mother and fetus.
Investigating cases of platelet transfusion refractoriness.

Importance in Pregnancy

Helps detect early if maternal antibodies might target fetal platelets.
Assists in creating a preventive treatment plan for fetal safety during pregnancy and delivery.

Methodology

A simple venous blood sample is collected from the patient.
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) technology is used to accurately identify genetic variants.

What is included?

✓Blood sample collection
✓DNA Extraction
✓PCR genotyping analysis
✓Laboratory results report

Conditions and notices

Fasting is not required
Inform the lab if the patient has received a recent blood transfusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Short answers to the FAQs published with this service.

• What is the purpose of the HPA-1 test?

It determines platelet genotypes to detect alloimmunization and neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia.

• Is fasting required for this test?

No, fasting is not required for HPA-1 genotyping.

• How is the sample collected?

The sample is collected via a simple venous blood draw from the arm.

• Why is this test important for newborns?

It helps diagnose bleeding or severe thrombocytopenia caused by maternal-fetal platelet incompatibility.

Service resources and references

References and additional resources

Reference material and files associated with this service when available.

Scientific references

American Association of Blood Banks (AABB)
National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Genetic Testing Registry

Platelet Genetic Compatibility Test

About this service

Clinical Significance

Importance in Pregnancy

Methodology

What is included?

Conditions and notices

Frequently Asked Questions

References and additional resources

Scientific references

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