Type and Antibody Screen, Baby


Sunquest Code:BTYSC  
Epic Code:LAB3340Epic Name:Baby Type and Screen
Test Includes:ABO/Rh(D), antibody detection (antibody identification will be performed on newborns if antibody detection is positive) and DAT (direct Coombs). Additional charges will occur if antibody identification is indicated.
Turnaround Time:Performed and reported 24 hours/day.


Collection Instructions

Specimen:Blood
Optimal Volume:2 mL
Minimum\Peds Volume:1 mL
Container:Purple (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 number on the request form. The specimen label must include the following information:
  1. Patient's first and last name
  2. Patient's identification number
  3. Date and time of specimen collection
  4. Initials of the person collecting the sample, indicating the patient's identity has been verified.
 
For patients that do not have a historical ABO/Rh type on file, the sample must be either:
  1. Collected using VeriSafe/Clinical Collect, or
  2. Initialed by two persons who each identified the patient, or
  3. Collected a second time for repeat testing.
Causes for Rejection:Gross hemolysis


Processing and Shipping

Specimen Processing:Do not process. Store in refrigerator.
Shipping Instructions:Ship at refrigerated temperature.
Test Performed at or Referral Lab Blood Bank  (UMMC-West Bank, Fairview Lakes - FLMC, Fairview Ridges - FRH, Fairview Northland - FNMC, Fairview Southdale - FSH, Grand Itasca GICH)


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