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Additional Codes
LAB8089
Performing Laboratory
MBMC Blood Bank
Methodology
Fetal RBC Immune Rosetting performed on Rho(D) Negative Maternal Peripheral Blood.
Testing Algorithm
If fetal RBC screen is positive, specimen will be sent to a reference laboratory for quantitation of fetal RBCs by flow cytometry, 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
85461-Fetal RBC screen
86356-Fetal Red Cell Percentage by Flow cytometry (if appropriate)