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Test Code LAB895 Blood Type (ABO and Rh)

Important Note

If Rh is negative, additional testing may be performed based on recommended regulatory agency algorithm.

Specimen Requirement

6.0 mL EDTA Whole Blood - Pink top (preferred)

4.0 mL EDTA Whole Blood - Purple top (acceptable)

Specimen must be free of hemolysis.

Testing Schedule

Daily

Testing Department

Transfusion

Method

Primary Test Method: Gel

Secondary Test Method: tube

CPT Code

86900
86901

STAT Turnaround Time

60 minutes

ASAP Turnaround Time

75 minutes

Routine Turnaround Time

24 hours