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HelpOrder Code LAB8032 Antibody Titration
Additional Codes
|
Test Name in EPIC |
EPIC Test Code |
Mnemonic |
|
RV ANTIBODY TITER |
LAB8032 |
ABYTITER |
Useful For
To monitor the level of an identified antibody during pregnancy to help assess the risk of hemolytic disease of the newborn. If the antibody detected is too weakly reactive to titer, the antibody titer test will be cancelled.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: EDTA
Container/Tube: Whole Blood EDTA
Preferred: Pink-top (EDTA) tube
Acceptable:Purple-top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Volume: 5 mL whole blood
Collection instructions: Specimen's must be labeled with patient first and last name, MR# or DOB, date and time drawn, and phlebotomist's initials. Typenex (blue armband) is included on sample when testing is for product issue.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Stability |
|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Ambient (preferred) | 3 days |
| Refrigerated | 3 days |
Performing Laboratory
Memorial Blood Centers
Reporting Name
Antibody Titration
CPT Coding
86886 with modifier 90
Report Names
Antibody Titer
Antibody Titration
Antibody TITR OB