Test Code LAB12101 Antibody Titer
Department
BLOOD BANK
Collection Requirements
BBID#
Primary Collection Container
Pink (K3EDTA)
Alternate Collection Container
Lavender 6 mL (K3EDTA)
Transport
Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Processing
Whole blood
Stability
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Minimum Testing Volume
3.0 mL
Reference Range
By report
Methodology
Hemagglutination
Performed
Monday – Friday
6:00 am – 3:00 pm
Reported
Varies
CPT Codes
86886
Unacceptable Conditions
Hemolyzed specimens.
Additional Information
Band patient if blood products may be needed, or if crossmatch is ordered.