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HelpTest ID BLOD0926 Antibody Screen
AKA
ABSC
Indirect Coombs
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Clotted Blood
and
Pink (preferred) or Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood (Also Acceptable)
Test is affected by gross hemolysis, lipemia and icterus.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 7.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 3.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
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Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Gel, Tube (Hemagglutionation)
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
86850