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HelpTest Code ABORH ABO Group and Rh Type LAB895
Performing Laboratory
UnityPoint Finley Hospital
Test Method
Agglutination of red cells with an antiserum reagent.
Performance
Testing is performed Monday through Sunday.
Routine orders: Typically completed within 4 hours upon receipt in the lab.
STAT orders: Typically completed within 30 minutes upon receipt in the lab.
Specimen Requirement
A 5mL EDTA purple-top tube is preferred.
7-10 mL red-top, 5 mL heparin green-top or 5 mL blue-top tubes are also acceptable. Serum and plasma gel tubes are not acceptable.
Cord blood may also be tested. Micro specimen may be obtained with a capillary collection device.
Useful For
Selecting compatible blood products for transfusion therapy
Reference Values
Not Applicable
CPT Code Information
86900 ABO Group
86901 Rh Type