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Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube/microtainer - Whole Blood
Cord blood (w/out gel) tube - Clotted Cord Blood
Test is affected by gross hemolysis, lipemia and icterus.
Specimen Volume
EDTA whole blood:
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Cord blood:
| Preferred Volume | 4.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Gel, Tube (Hemagglutionation)
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
86900, 86901, 86880