ABO, Rh, and DAT, Cord Blood
Abbrev Code: | CORD BLOOD | ||
Order Code: | LAB3363 | Order Name: | Cord Blood - ABO/RH & DAT |
Order Instructions: | SafeTrace Code: CORD SCRG | ||
Synonyms: | Cord Blood Study; CBL | ||
CPT Codes: | 86900 x1, 86901 x1, 86880 x1 |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 mL |
Container: | Purple (EDTA) or Pink (EDTA) |
Collection Instructions: |
Strict specimen labeling requirements must be followed for ABO/Rh testing and compatibility testing. The patient's full name and identification number on the specimen label MUST EXACTLY MATCH the name and identification on the request form. The specimen label must include the following information.
For patients that do not have an historical ABO/Rh type on file, the sample must be either
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Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis; improper labeling |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Blood Bank (Lakes, Northland, Range, Ridges, Southdale, St. John's, UMMC West Bank, Woodwinds) |
Interpretive
Use: | Refer to the algorithm for Kleihauer Betke/Fetal Hemoglobin Stain in the appendix of the Lab Guide or under Other Information on the Intranet/Internet. |
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