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Test ID BLOD0922 Antibody Identification

Synonym

ABID

Specimen Type/Requirements

Pink top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood (preferred)

Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood

Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Clotted Blood

 

Test is affected by hemolysis. 

Specimen Volume

 Preferred Volume     6.0 mL   
 Minimum Volume     3.0 mL   

Stability/Transport

 Room Temperature     Not Acceptable     
 Refrigerated     3 days     Preferred for transport   
 Frozen     Not Acceptable     

Performed Test Frequency

Monday through Sunday

Additional Information

Refering laboratories must complete applicable Blood Bank requisition.
 

Methodology

Gel; Tube

Performing Lab

Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo, Bismark

CPT

86870

If not previously performed at testing location, an 86850 (Antibody Screen) may be performed.