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Test Code ANTIBODY SCREEN (COOMBS INDIRECT) ANTIBODY SCREEN (COOMBS INDIRECT)

Important Note

Two sets of initials(Phlebotomist and Verifier) and date/time of collection are required on each sample. Without complete information, the sample will be rejected.  

Department

Blood Bank

Specimen Type

Plasma and Whole Blood

Method

Tube Testing

Container

EDTA (pink-top)

Special Requirements

Neonate draw: use 3 ml no additive (red-top)

Standard Volume

6.0ml

Minimum Volume

4.0ml

Ship Temperature

Room Temperature

Stability Refrigerated

3 Days

Stability Room Temp

3 Days

Stability Frozen

N/A

CPT Code

86850

Days Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Reflexive Disclosure

If screen is positive, antibody identification (CPT 86870) will be performed.