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AKA
Blood Typing
Specimen Type/Requirements
Pink top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood (preferred)
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood
See Blood Bank Specimen Labeling Policy
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 7.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 4.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Tube testing or solid phase
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
86900, 86901