Study and Implementation of a Customizable System for Laboratory Control for the HLA Typing Process
Abstract
A favorable compatibility between donor/recipient considerably re- duces the chance of rejection. In humans, the genetic grouping of the DNA res- ponsible for the immune system is called HLA. Laboratory tests were developed to identify this grouping and one of them is HLA typing. These evaluations need to be performed by specialized laboratories and in this context the Laboratory of Histocompatibility and Cryopreservation of the University of the State of Rio de Janeiro (HLA-UERJ) has a prominent position in the sector. The process as a whole is complex and extensive, involving diverse teams and sectors of the la- boratory, with an intense exchange of information. Data processing is extremely important and requires strict control to ensure the traceability and reliability of results. In this context, the objective of this work is to presents a detailed study of the HLA typing process and an implementation of a customizable control system for laboratory processes management.
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