Test ID:
705969
CPT code:
86900
Synonyms:
•Blood Grouping and Rh Typing
•Blood Type
•Group and Type
•Type and Rh
Clinical Use:
Determination of ABO blood group and Rh type for transfusion candidates. Group and typing of expectant mothers and newborns may indicate potential for ABO hemolytic disease of the fetus/newborn. Rh typing is used to determine Rh immune globulin candidacy for prenatal and postpartum patients.
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Requested Volume:
4 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Container Type:
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Storage Instructions:
Specimens should be tested as soon as possible. Samples that cannot be tested immediately should be stored at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze red cells.
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis; bacterial or other contamination