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HelpTest ID BLOD0835 Obstetrics Panel 16
Specimen Type/Requirements
Pink or Lavender (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood
and
Gold or Red top (Serum with or w/out gel) tube - Serum
and
Glass Slides - 2 Unstained Blood Smears
See Blood Bank Specimen Labeling Policy
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
EDTA Whole Blood:
| Preferred Volume | 12.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 4.0 mL |
Serum:
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Test includes: ABO and Rh, Antibody Screen, Syphilis IgG & IgM Antibody Reflex to Supplemental Testing and CBC.
Methodology
Varies, See individual tests for method
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
86900, 86901, 86780, 80081