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HelpTest Code 199 Rh(D) Type
Additional Codes
ALAB: RH
PowerChart: Rh(D) Type
MA Cerner: Rh Typing
Test Method
AABB Standard: Agglutination of red cells with an antiserum represents the presence of the corresponding antigen in the red cells; Ortho Gel Cards. (AABB Technical manual. 14th edition. Edited by V Vengelen-Tyler. Bethesda, MD, American Association of Blood Banks 2002)
Specimen Requirement
A 5mL EDTA purple-top tube is preferred.
Additional Specimen Collection Information
7-10 mL red-top, 5 mL heparin green-top or 5 mL blue-top tubes are also acceptable. Serum and plasma gel tubes are not acceptable. Cord blood may also be tested. Micro specimen may be obtained with a capillary collection device.
Performance
Testing is performed Monday through Sunday.
Routine orders: Typically completed within 4 hours; Mercy DV and MA West within 24 hours
Expedite orders: Typically completed within 1 hour after the specimen arrives at the testing site.
STAT orders: Typically completed within 15 minutes after the specimen arrives at the testing site.
Reference Values
Not Applicable
CPT Code Information
86901 Rh Type
Useful For
Selecting compatible blood products for transfusion therapy
Postpartum bleed investigation
LOINC Code Information
10331-7 Rh [Type] In Blood