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| RHOGAM |
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| Alternate Names: | Rho(D) Immune Globulin, Human |
| Test includes: | |
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ABO and Rh (to include Du test) |
| Indirect Coombs | |
| Fetal Screen Test | |
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ABO and Rh |
| Direct Coombs | |
| Performed: | Daily, 24 Hours |
| Methodology: | Rosette Test |
| Turnaround Time: | 4 Hours |
| 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: | Specimen should be collected AFTER delivery. Testing and administration of Rhogam® should be within 72 hours of delivery. |
| Preparation of Patient: | None |
| Expected Results: | Negative. (If positive, the Kleihauer-Betke test will be performed to determine the number of vials of Rhogam® that should be administered.) |
| Causes for Specimen Rejection: | Improper labeling. Hemolysis. Serum separator gel tubes. |
| CareManager Test Group: CareManager Name/Alias: |
LAB rhogam |
| Specimen Labeling: | Click here for policy |
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