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Test ID BLOD0667 Kleihauer-Betke

Synonym

Fetaldex, Hemorrhage Quantitative Test

Specimen Type/Requirements

Pink top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood

Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood

 

For optimal results, testing should be performed within 24 hours.

Specimen Volume

 Preferred Volume     3.0 mL   
 Minimum Volume     1.0 mL   

Stability/Transport

 Room Temperature     Not Acceptable     
 Refrigerated     72 hours     Preferred for transport   
 Frozen     Not Acceptable     

Additional Information

Use to determine amount of Rh Immune Globulin needed for Rh negative mom who delivered an Rh positive infant with positive fetal maternal hemorrage test. 

 

Used to determine amount of fetal bleed post abdominal injury of pregnant female

Performed Test Frequency

Monday through Sunday

Methodology

Microscopy

Performing Lab

Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo, Bismarck

CPT

85460