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HelpTest ID BLOD1349 Rh Immune Globulin Screen and Dose
Synonym
Rosetting Test, RhIg, Fetal Screen (FS)
Specimen Type/Requirements
Purple (EDTA) Tube or Pink (EDTA) Tube drawn after delivery
Specimen will be rejected if overt hemolysis
Testing performed only on post-partum patients. For outpatients, see Kleihauer Betke test (BLOD0667).
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 3.0 mL EDTA Whole Blood |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL EDTA Whole Blood |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Fetal Screen (BLOD0978) included. May include ABORh (BLOD0919) and ABSC (BLOD0926).
If Fetal Screen is positive, Kleihauer Betke (BLOD0667) will be performed.
Methodology
Tube
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo, Bismarck
CPT
84561, 86901, 86900, 86850