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HelpEpic Test Code LAB21072 Antigen Testing
Performing Location(s)
BMC
Synonyms
Red Cell Phenotype
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Container
(1) 6 mL Pink (EDTA) top tube
Volume Required
6 mL Whole Blood
Storage Requirements
Do NOT centrifuge or separate plasma from cells. Specimens from outreach centers should be kept refrigerated prior to and during shipment.
Transportation Needs
Specimens should be sent to lab promptly. Specimens from outreach centers should be kept refrigerated prior to and during shipment.
Causes for Rejection
Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen
Days of Analysis
All
Available STAT
Yes
Includes
ABO/Rh Type, Antigen typing
Additional Information
Contraindications:
A positive Direct Coombs test and/or recent transfusions may interfere with testing
CPT Code
86900, 86901, 86905
Last Updated
5-Apr-19