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Useful For
ABO group specific or compatible red blood cell containing products are selected for recipients.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: EDTA
Container/Tube: Whole Blood EDTA
Preferred: Pink-top (EDTA) tube
Acceptable: Purple-top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Volume: 3 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
Ridgeview Medical Center Laboratory
Methodology
Hemagglutination
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86920
Reporting Name
# Unit Packed Cells