TS
Type and Antibody Screen, Blood
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2524
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Preferred Volume:
1 full, 4 mL tube
Minimum Volume:
4 mL
Collection Procedure:
Label the specimen with the patient's full name, date of birth, date of draw, and the initials of the phlebotomist.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Unacceptable Condition:
1. Avoid hemolysis.
2. Improperly labeled specimens cannot be accepted.
CPT Codes:
86850 - Antibody Screen (EAP 30040259)
86900 - ABO Rh Typing (EAP 30040000)
86901 - Rh Typing (EAP 30042880)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Reference Ranges:
An interpretive report will be provided.