CPT Code: 86900, 86901
Order Code: 7788
Synonyms: Type and Group, Blood Type
ABN Requirement: No
Specimen: Whole blood
Volume: 5.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Container: EDTA (pink-top) (preferred) ACD (yellow-top), red-top (no gel), cord blood or EDTA (lavender-top)
Collection:
- Collect and label sample according to standard protocols.
- Gently invert tube 8-10 times immediately after draw.
Note: If submitted with a CBC, HbA1c or any other test requiring an EDTA (Lavender-Top) tube, please submit a separate tube for this test.
Transport: Store EDTA whole blood at 2°C to 8°C after collection and ship the same day per packaging instructions included with the provided shipping box.
Stability:
Ambient (15-25°C): 72 hours
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 7 days
Frozen (-20°C): Unacceptable
Causes for Rejection: Gross Hemolysis, Serum separator tube (SST)
Methodology: Immune Agglutination
Turn Around Time: 3 to 5 days
Reference Range: See Laboratory Report
Clinical Significance: ABO type and Rh are needed to identify candidates for Rh immune globulin and to assess the risk of hemolytic disease of the newborn.
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