Test Code LAB895 Blood Type, ABO and Rh Type, Blood
Additional Codes
CPT Code: 86900
Methodology
This test is also included in Blood Bank Pre-Admit Panel (BBP), Crossmatch (XM), Obstetric Panel (PNP and PTYSC), and Type and Screen (TYSC).
Performing Laboratory
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Transfusion Services
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a large, pink-top (K2 EDTA) tube, and send 6 mL of K2 EDTA blood. (Clotted or hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.)
Note: 1. Weak D testing performed on cord blood only.
2. Label specimen with patient’s first and last name, medical record number, date of draw, and phlebotomist’s initials.
Additional Information
Available STAT