| CROSSMATCH |
| Alternate Names: |
Type and Crossmatch |
| Test includes: |
ABO
/ Rh
Antibody
Screen (Indirect Coombs)
Compatibility testing and allocation of donor red cell units |
| Performed: |
Daily, 24 Hours |
| Methodology: |
Hemagglutination |
| Turnaround Time: |
Routine:
4 Hours
Stat: < 1 hour |
| Container / Specimen Requirements |
All samples must be clearly identified with patient's
full first and last names, medical record number, phlebotomist' s
initials, date, and time. |
| Container / Tube: |
7 ml pink or lavender Vacutainer® tube |
|
Minimum Volume: |
3
ml |
| Special Handling or Timing of Specimen: |
Units of blood will be held for 3 days.
Crossmatch expires at 0800 on third day. |
| Preparation of Patient: |
None |
| Expected Results: |
See ABO / Rh |
| See Antibody Screen |
| Causes for Specimen Rejection: |
Improper labeling.
Hemolysis. |
CareManager Test Group:
CareManager Name/Alias: |
CLAB
crossmatch |
| Specimen Labeling: |
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