5303 Rh Typing

Specimen Type Specimen Stability Reference Range
Whole blood-Pink top tube 72hrs 2-8° C See Report

Specimen Requirements

Preferred amount: Full tube of Whole Blood
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL whole blood
Full specimen tube is preferred in the event Rh typing discrepancy occurs and additional testing is required.

Method

Hemagglutination

Schedule

Mon-Sat

Turn-Around Time

24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge

Instructions/Notes

Clinical Utility

Check for potential incompatibility in blood Rh type between mother and fetus.

CPT Codes

86901

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