Rh Immune Globulin Screen
Abbrev Code: | RHG | ||
Order Code: | LAB3892 | Order Name: | Rh Immune Globulin Screen |
Order Instructions: | SafeTrace Code: RHOGAM | ||
CPT Codes: | 85461 x1, 86900 x1, 86901 x1 | ||
Test Includes: | Any of the following: ABO type, Rh(D) type, antibody detection, fetal maternal rosette test | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Maternal Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 mL |
Container: | Purple (EDTA) |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Blood Bank (Grand Itasca, Lakes, Northland, Range, Ridges, Southdale, St. John's, UMMC East Bank, UMMC/UMMCH-West Bank, Woodwinds) |
Interpretive
Use: | To request blood bank testing to determine if and how much Rho(D) immune globulin (IgG) is needed to prevent the formation of antibodies in the Rh(D) negative patient who has received Rh(D) positive blood as a result of pregnancy or transfusion. |
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