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0039 : Antibody Screen (Ind.Coombs)

INFORMATION:

Alternate Name:
Antiglobulin Test,Indirect
Methodology:
Manual

ORDERING:

Test Code:
0039-8
Turnaround Time:
1 DAY
Preferred Specimen:
Pink Tube-EDTA
Collection:
Container Qty Temp Stability
Pink Tube-EDTA 1 Refrigerate 7 DAYS
Collection Instructions:
PINK: Fill tube, invert gently 5-6 times, label with patient name
Storage Transport Instructions:
Primary Instruction: PINK: Fill tube, invert gently 5-6 times, label with patient name
Storage/Transport Instruction: Serum separator or Red-top tubes are not acceptable.
Specimen Comment:
Positive results will auto-reflex to Ab Ident/Titer at additional charge
Alternative Specimen:
Pediatric Lavender, Lavender top- EDTA, Yellow top- ACD

Billing:

CPT Codes:
86850 x 1

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