Test ID HL57V HLA-B*57:01 Genotype, Pharmacogenomics, Varies
Specimen Required
Multiple whole blood EDTA genotype tests can be performed on a single specimen. See Multiple Whole Blood EDTA Genotype Tests in Special Instructions for a list of tests that can be ordered together.
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send specimen in original tube.
Specimen Stability Information: Ambient (preferred) 9 days/Refrigerated 30 days
Specimen Type: Saliva
Supplies: Saliva Swab Collection Kit (T786)
Patient Preparation: Patient should not eat, drink smoke, or chew gum 30 minutes prior to collection.
Container/Tube: Saliva Swab Collection Kit (T786)
Specimen Volume: 1 swab
Collection Instructions: Collect and send specimen per kit instructions.
Specimen Stability Information: Ambient 30 days
Specimen Type: DNA
Container/Tube: 2 mL screw top tube
Specimen Volume: 100 mcL (microliters)
Collection Instructions:
1. The preferred volume is 100 mcL at a concentration of 50 ng/mcL.
2. Include concentration and volume on tube.
Specimen Stability Information: Frozen (preferred) 1 year/Ambient/Refrigerated
Forms
1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file. The following documents are available in Special Instructions:
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)
2. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) form with the specimen.
Useful For
Identifying individuals with an increased risk of hypersensitivity reactions to abacavir, based on the presence of the human leukocyte antigen HLA-B*57:01 allele
Identifying individuals taking pazopanib who have an increased risk of elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels based of the presence of the human leukocyte antigen HLA-B*57:01 allele
Testing Algorithm
See Abacavir Hypersensitivity Testing and Initial Patient Management Algorithm in Special Instructions.
For additional information regarding pharmacogenomic genes and their associated drugs, see the Pharmacogenomic Associations Tables in Special Instructions.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Qualitative Allele-Specific Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Reporting Name
HLA-B 5701 Genotype, PGxSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
Blood: 0.4 mL
Saliva: 1 swab
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Varies | Varies |
Reference Values
Negative
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday through Friday; 9 a.m.
Performing Laboratory

Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
81381
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
HL57V | HLA-B 5701 Genotype, PGx | 50956-2 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
603339 | HLA-B 5701 Genotype | 50956-2 |
603340 | HLA-B 5701 Phenotype | 93308-5 |
603341 | Interpretation | 69047-9 |
603342 | Additional Information | 48767-8 |
603343 | Method | 49549-9 |
603344 | Disclaimer | 62364-5 |
603345 | Reviewed by | 18771-6 |