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HelpTest Code LAB8002 Rh Type, Blood
Intended Use
This test is performed to determine a patient's Rh factor, which indicates the presence or absence of the Rh antigen on the surface of their red blood cells.
Methodology
Standard AABB
Includes Rh blood group antigens.
Performing Laboratory
RCH-SPH
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood (EDTA)
Preferred Container/Tube: Pink-top (EDTA) tube(s)
Acceptable Container/Tube: Purple-top (EDTA) tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 5 mL (minimum volume: 1 mL) of EDTA whole blood in original
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly. Specimen cannot be frozen.
Note: Specimen must be hand-labeled from patient’s wristband to include patient’s name, date and time of draw, and phlebotomist’s initials. If this is not present on sample, specimen will be rejected.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 3 days
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86901