Test Code Type and Screen Type and Screen (HCLL)
Test Order Code
LAB1230155
Methodology
ABO/Rh Type: Hemagglutination, Antibody Screen: MTS Gel or Tube Antihuman Globulin (AHG). Type and Screen is baseline testing for potential transfusion patients and must be Blood Bank armbanded/ labeled per protocol. Blood Product orders (Prepare RBC, etc.) can be added as needed. Type and Screen testing on prenatal patients do not need Blood Bank armband. Positive antibody screen will reflex to antibody identification.
Performing Laboratory
Sky Lakes Medical Center-Blood Bank
Specimen Requirements
Specimen must be drawn and Blood Bank armbanded at the hospital or CTC drawsite if for pretransfusion testing. Pink top EDTA, labeled with Full name (first, last and middle initial), date of birth, medical record number if available, date and time of draw, and collector initials.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerate OK
Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday. Available STAT.
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86850-Antibody screen, 86900-ABO, 86901-Rh type.