Transfusion Related Acute Lung Injury Investigation

Alternative Names/Synonyms	TRALI
Laboratory	Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section	Transfusion Medicine
Specimen Type	Blood
Test Code	TRALI

Ordering Instructions, Requisition

https://professionaleducation.blood.ca/sites/default/files/trali_patient_data_form_2020-11-12_1.pdf

Clinical Significance (If applicable)

Determine transfusion related acute lung injury investigation

Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)

Please see referral lab website for further information
Canadian Blood Services Website

Specimen Requirements (Volume (mL))

3 x 5 - 7 mL EDTA Lavender (full tubes) mixed thoroughly by gentle agitation
and
1 x 10 mL SST serum tube inverted 5-10 times to activate clotting

Collection Containers – Tube Types

Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)

n/a

Instrument, Methodology

Referred Out

Test Availability

24 hours / 7 days

Referral Laboratory

Referred to Canadian Blood Services

STAT Turnaround Time

Variable

Routine Turnaround Time

Variable

Laboratory Contact Information

Tel #: 416-586-4502
Fax #: 416-586-8504

Sample Processing / Delivery

Please deliver to the Core Laboratory, 11th Floor