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HelpTest Code CORDBB Cord Blood Work-up, Blood
Methodology
| Profile Information: | |
| ABO Group | Rh Type |
| Direct Coombs | |
This group of tests is performed on cord blood from Rh-negative, and or group O mothers, mothers with a history of hemolytic disease of the newborn, or mothers with a history of irregular antibodies. All cord blood specimens are held for ≥10 days from infant’s date of birth. If the direct Coombs is positive, a #CMBSI “Indirect Coombs, Blood” will be performed at an additional charge.
Performing Laboratory
Aspen Valley Hospital
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Pink EDTA tube(s) - Serum gel tube is not acceptable.
Specimen: 7 mL (minimum volume: 2 mL) of whole blood
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Collection Instructions:
Note: 1. Please note ABO/Rh of mother.
2. Label tube(s) with the patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of draw, sex, hospital number, and initials of phlebotomist.
Reference Values
See individual test listings.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86880 - Coombs, direct
86900 - ABO
86901 - Rh (D)