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Indirect Coombs  

Important Note

If both ABO/Rh type and antibody screen are desired, order Type and Screen.

Additional Codes

LAB278

Performing Laboratory

MBMC Blood Bank

Methodology

MTS Gel/Manual Test Tube
 

Testing Algorithm

If indirect antiglobulin test is positive, then antibody identification will be performed at an additional charge.

 

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 10 mL

Collection Instructions: Label tube per Patient Identification and Specimen Labeling Policy and Procedure in Special Instructions.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
Routine: within 4 hours

Reference Values

Negative

Test Classification and CPT Coding

86850-Antibody screen

86870-Antibody identification (if appropriate)