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Test Code Neo RBC Neo RBC

Aliases

Red blood cell product for neonates

Useful For

This is ordered when red blood cells are needed for transusion to neonates

Special Collection Instructions

Initial testing must include ABO and D typing of red cells and a screen for
red cell antibodies in the plasma. The antibody screen may be performed on a
maternal sample if available.

Collection Method

No Collection

Reference or Target Ranges

Not defined for this assay

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

Reasons for Rejection

Hemolysis Threshold
N/A
Icterus Threshold
N/A
Lipemia Threshold
N/A
Interfering Substances/Other
Rejected if the consent to transfuse has not been signed, and/or in the absence of a doctor’s order to transfuse.

Specimen Stability

Ambient
72 Hours
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C)
72 Hours
Frozen(-70°C to -20°C)
N/A

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed
24/7
Expected Turn Around Time
Stat: within 1 hour of arrival in lab
Routine: within 4 hours of arrival in lab
Stat Availability
Yes
Performing Bench
WCH Blood Bank
Methodology/Method Description

Ortho Vision Analyzer Gel Cards
Manual Tube Method and Gel Cards

CPT Codes

36430; One or more of the following: P9011, 86945, 86985