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Newborn Evaluation

Message
Performed in Blood Bank.
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


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.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.