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first letter of test name, or select test group, to review specifications: |
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| CORD BLOOD EVALUATION |
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| Alternate Names: | None |
| Test includes: | Type and Rh |
| Direct Coombs | |
| Performed: | Daily, 24 Hours |
| Methodology: | Hemagglutination |
| Turnaround Time: | Routine:
4 Hours Stat: < 1 hour |
| Container / Specimen Requirements |
Must be labeled with Baby's name and medical record
number. Also will accept samples labeled with mother's name and medical record number. Sample must also be visibly labeled as "CORD BLOOD". Label must include phlebotomist initials, date and time drawn. |
| Container / Tube: | 7 ml pink or lavender Vacutainer® tube |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 ml |
| Special Handling or Timing of Specimen: | Test performed at NHRMC only. |
| Preparation of Patient: | None |
| Expected Results | |
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See Type and Rh |
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Negative (If positive, an antibody identification will be performed) |
| Causes for Specimen Rejection: | Improper labeling Hemolysis. Serum separator gel tubes. |
| CareManager Test Group: CareManager Name/Alias: |
LAB cord |
| Specimen Labeling: | Click here for policy |
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