Test ID BLOD0944 Baby Type and Screen
Specimen Type/Requirements
Pink (EDTA) Tube or Purple (EDTA) Tube
Specimen will be rejected if overt hemolysis
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
| 0-4 Months of Age Minimum Volume |
0.5 mL |
Marshfield Only:
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
| 0-4 Months of Age Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Specimen needs to be received and tested within 3 days of specimen collection
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Gel, Tube
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo, Bismarck, Bemidji
CPT
86900 (ABO), 86901 (RH), 86850 (ABSC)