Antibody Screen, Red Cell
Abbrev Code: | ABY SCR | ||
Order Code: | LAB3556 | Order Name: | Antibody Screen Red Cell |
Order Instructions: | SafeTrace Code: SCRG | ||
Synonyms: | IAT; Indirect Antiglobulin Test | ||
CPT Codes: | 86850 x1 | ||
Test Includes: | Antibody screen; antibody identification is performed if indicated. 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) or Pink (EDTA) |
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 (CSC Maple Grove, Grand Itasca, Lakes, Northland, Range, Ridges, Southdale, St. John's, UMMC East Bank, UMMC West Bank, Woodwinds) |
Interpretive
Use: | Detection of alloantibody and/or autoantibody to red blood cells in patient's serum; evaluation of potential cause of hemolysis. |
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