How Does Hla Matching Work. The blood or cheek swab is tested in a lab to figure out your HLA type. Your HLA type will be compared to potential donors to see if there is a match. HLA matching promotes the growth and development of new healthy blood cells called engraftment and reduces the risk of a post-transplant complication called graft-versus-host GVHD disease. You and potential donors will have blood drawn or will have the inside of your cheek swabbed.
HLA matching promotes the growth and development of new healthy blood cells called engraftment and reduces the risk of a post-transplant complication called graft-versus-host GVHD disease. You and potential donors will have blood drawn or will have the inside of your cheek swabbed. A close match between a donors and a patients HLA markers is essential for a successful transplant outcome. One of the tests you will have before you go on the waiting list is HLA typing also called tissue typing.
Your HLA type will be compared to potential donors to see if there is a match.
A close match between a donors and a patients HLA markers is essential for a successful transplant outcome. HLA matching promotes the growth and development of new healthy blood cells called engraftment and reduces the risk of a post-transplant complication called graft-versus-host GVHD disease. The blood or cheek swab is tested in a lab to figure out your HLA type. Learn more details about HLA matching. Your doctor will decide which donor has the best HLA match. You and potential donors will have blood drawn or will have the inside of your cheek swabbed.