Test Code 18079 Cord Blood
Purpose
Determining the ABO Rh type of the infant and the Rhogam needs of the mother.
Performing Laboratory
Copley Hospital
Methodology
Hemagglutination
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top
Specimen Volume: Full Tube
Specimen Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert tube 8 times immediately after collection.
2. Label specimen with patient’s full name, date of birth,
date & time of collection, and person collecting.
3. Record the mother's name and DOB in account.
4. Refrigerate specimen during transport.
Stability
Refrigerated: 2 Days
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Available STAT
Analytical Time: 1 Day
Aliases
Cord Blood
Test Classification & CPT Coding
NA