(PRA)PANEL REACTIVE ANTIBODY

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What is a (PRA)PANEL REACTIVE ANTIBODY?

A panel-reactive antibody is a set of antibodies in a test serum that are reactive to multiple known specific antigens in a panel of test cells or isolated HLA antigens from cells. It is an immunologic test regularly conducted by clinical laboratories on the blood of persons awaiting organ donation.

Why is PRA testing done?

Before solid organ transplantation, the assessment of PRA is utilised to identify patients who are sensitised. It also acts as the basis for cadaver organ allocation. Estimation of reactive antibodies in the pre-transplantation panel.

What is a PRA level?

An antibody that Reacts to a Panel. A patient's level of HLA antigen sensitization is measured by the per cent PRA value. A potential recipient's serum reacts to a certain percentage of cells from a panel of blood donors.

Procedure: 

A panel-reactive antibody test usually involves drawing blood from a vein in the patient's arm.

• The lab technician will first clean an area of your arm using an antiseptic wipe. Then they will draw blood into a sterile vial using a needle.
• The sample collection technique is rapid and painless.

Required Documents: 

• A doctor's prescription for the (PRA)PANEL REACTIVE ANTIBODY TEST.

Special Instructions for PRA Screening Test

• Collect specimen preferably 48 hours after dialysis. 

After Care: 

• Leave the dressing strip on for 15 minutes.

Panel Reactive Antibody Test Cost in Delhi:

The panel reactive antibody test in Delhi cost varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.