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HelpTest Code LAB280 Baby ABO and Rh Type
Useful For
Determining ABO group and Rho(D) type in newborns.
Methodology
Capture solid phase automation and manual blood banking methods
Performing Laboratory
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Cord blood
Container/Tube: Pink top (K2 EDTA), purple top (EDTA) or Cord Blood red top
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Pediatric Volume: 1 full, lavender-top (EDTA) Microtainer
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge. Forward unprocessed whole blood promptly.
Specimen Rejection: Gel tubes are not acceptable. Specimen must be labeled properly. This test is affected by gross hemolysis.
Note: If specimen being drawn may be used for a possible transfusion, refer to test LAB276 TYPE AND SCREEN for banded specimen collection instructions and blood product transfusion instructions.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient <24 hours/Refrigerated >24 hours
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 10 days | |
| Cord Blood red top | Refrigerated | 21 days |
Reference Values
Type: A, B, O, AB, A2
Rh: Positive or Negative
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86900-ABO
86901-Rh type