Methodology
Serological
Synonyms
Super Coombs
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Versiti Wisconsin Immunohematology
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3-7 mL Blood in a (red-top) tube ***and*** 2-5 mL Whole Blood in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Container Type
See Below
Collection Instructions
3-7 mL Blood collected in a (red-top) tube ***and*** 2-5 mL Whole Blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=Unacceptable; Refrigerated=7 Days; Frozen=Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
7 mL Blood ***and*** 5 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
3 mL Blood ***and*** 2 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Complete a Versiti Wisconsin Immunohemtology requisition and submit with specimens refrigerated Monday-Friday, ok for Saturday delivery. Physician must complete the Clinical History section on requisition.
Included Tests
ABO/Rh, Direct Antiglobulin Tests (including IgA detection), Elution (routine and enhanced), and antibody detection tests (routine and enhanced). Additional tests as necessary based upon results determined by Immunohematology Reference Lab.
Comments
Ok to draw, no auth needed, not genetic.
CPT Codes
86880 (x8), 86860, 86850 (x5), 86900, 86901, 86870
Revised
03-05-20
Initials
SL