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Clinical Information
This ABO and Rh(D) blood typing test identifies the presence of specific red cell antigens and antibodies to determine the ABO/Rh(D) type.
The antibody screen is used for the detection of allo- or autoantibodies directed against red blood cell antigens. Transfusion and pregnancy are the primary means of sensistation to red cell antigens. In a given population, 2-4% of the general population have antibodies directed against red blood cell antigens. These antibodies may cause hemolytic disease of the newborn or hemolysis of transfused red blood cells.
Synonym
- XM
Profile Information
ABO/Rh(D)
Antibody Screen
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Whole Blood EDTA
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 3 days
Rejected Due To
- Frozen
- Gross hemolysis
- Sent on heat/ice
- Less than minimum volume
- Missing collector information
- Missing patient identification
Reflex Tests
Antibody Identification
Direct AntiglobulinTest, Polyspecific
Pathology Consultation
Reference Values
Antibody Screen: Negative
Interpretation
ABO/Rh(D):
Standard ABO/Rh(D) type will be reported. Routine ABO Types include: A, B, O, AB. Routine Rh(D) types include: Negative and Positive.
Antibody Screen:
Negative: No antibody detected
Positive: Antibody detected, an identification workup will be completed to establish the specificity and clinical significance.
Method Description
Hemagglutination
Performing Lab
Blood Bank University Hospital
Blood Bank University East
Blood Bank West Campus
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Life threat: 30 minutes
Stat: 75 minutes
Routine: 3 hours
Reporting Name
Type And Cross
CPT Code Information
86900
86901
86850