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Test Code AGP Antigen Typing RBC, Patient LAB2057

Important Note

This test is not done for the purpose of establishing paternity.

Test Method

AABB Standard: Agglutination of red cells with an antiserum
represents the presence of the corresponding antigen in the red
cells; Ortho (AABB Technical manual. 14th edition. Edited by V
Vengelen-Tyler. Bethesda, MD, American Association of Blood Banks
2002)

Performance

Testing is performed Monday through Sunday.

Routine orders: Typically completed within 4 hours after
specimen arrives at testing site.

 

Specimen Requirement

A 5 mL EDTA purple-top tube is preferred.

Useful For

Added proof of alloantibody specificity.

Determining possible antibody specificities in complex
cases.

 

Reference Values

Not Applicable

CPT Code Information

86905 RBC antigens, other than ABO and Rh(D), each

LOINC Code Information

906-8

Additional Specimen Collection Information

 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.