Department of Immunology & Histocompatibility
The Department of Immunology & Histocompatibility has many years of experience in the diagnosis and follow-up of Immunological Diseases in children, with particular expertise in Primary Immunodeficiencies.
In addition, it provides laboratory support in areas such as Haematopoietic Cell Transplantation and Paediatric Haematology.
Department Structure & Laboratories
Paediatric Immunology Outpatient Clinic
Specialised Laboratories:
- Autoantibodies
- Histocompatibility (HLA)
- Flow Cytometry & Cell Culture
- Humoral Immunity
Outpatient Clinic
- Investigation of the immune system in children with infections, lymphoproliferation, autoimmune or allergic diseases.
- Follow-up and treatment of children with immunodeficiency from all over Greece.
- Consultation for physicians of all specialties nationwide.
- Training of patients and guardians in the subcutaneous administration of gamma globulin.
Sample Receipt
The Department receives samples from the Hospital’s paediatric clinics, other hospitals and outpatients.
Sample receipt hours: 7:30 – 14:30 (working days)
Important exceptions:
- For Flow Cytometry & Cell Culture: Prior arrangement is required by calling 213 2013765.
- For Autoantibodies: Prior communication is required by calling 213 2013762-3.
- Quantiferon samples: Accepted only on working days, provided that the following day is also a working day.
Quality & Certifications
- Accreditation by ESYD (ISO 15189:2022 / 1180-2)
- European accreditation by EFI (08-GR-005-995)
- Continuous quality control with international reference centres
Modern methods: NGS, RT-PCR, multicolour Flow Cytometry with 15–24 parameters, IFA, ELISA, Line-Blot, CLIA.
Scientific Activities
- Participation in and organisation of international and nationwide conferences.
- Presentations and publications in scientific journals.
- Inspections as accredited inspectors in laboratories in Greece and abroad.
- Training of students and physicians, and participation in postgraduate programmes and doctoral theses.