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HelpTest ID BLOD1295 Granulocyte Antibodies, Serum
Reporting Name
Granulocyte Ab, SUseful For
Work-up of individuals having febrile, nonhemolytic transfusion reactions
Detection of individuals with autoimmune neutropenia
This test is not useful for the diagnosis of neutropenia caused by marrow suppression by drugs or tumors.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Additional Information: Only pretransfusion reaction specimen is acceptable.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 365 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86021
Report Available
7 to 15 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Method Name
Indirect Immunofluorescence
Secondary ID
8976
Sanford Laboratories - Bemidji Additional Information:
Sanford Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 15877 | Granulocyte Ab, S |