RBC Antigen Testing Per Antigen
| Label Mnemonic: | AGPT |
| Epic code: | LAB4384 |
| Downtime form: | A-1a Doctor-Provider Orders - Pathology Blood Center |
DeGowin Blood Center - Blood Bank
C271 GH
356-2561
C271 GH
356-2561
Specimen(s):
Blood
Collection Medium:
 | or |  |
| Pink top tube 6 mL (K2-EDTA) | Lavender top tube 3 mL (EDTA) |
Minimum:
0.5 mL
Rejection Criteria:
Specimen must be labeled with patient's first and last name and medical
record number. Specimens will be rejected if information is not on the
label when received.
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around
Time:
24 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)
Reference Range:
Red cell antigens are tested with antisera to determine phenotype.
Methodology:
Tube test, direct or antiglobulin
CPT Code:
86905