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Newborn Evaluation
MessagePerformed in Blood Bank.
Related Tests: Blood Type, Direct Antiglobulin Test
Related Tests: Blood Type, Direct Antiglobulin Test
Test Code
NBEO
Alias/See Also
Heelstick Blood Type and Direct Antiglobulin Test
Blood Type and Direct Antiglobulin Test, Heelstick
Blood Type and Direct Antiglobulin Test, Heelstick
Preferred Specimen
Lavender 0.5 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
Red top tubes are NOT the specimen of choice. Please contact Blood Bank concerning samples collected in these tubes.
Instructions
Special Blood Bank Identification process is NOT required for Heelstick testing.
Report Available
Routine results are available in less than 4 hours. For STAT expected turn-around time, please see hospital specific lab information on the Banner Intranet.
Reference Range
Clinical Significance
A positive Direct Antiglobulin Test result will be called to the caregiver. For positive results, elution studies may be performed to identify the antibody involved at the Physician's request. Contact the Blood Bank.
