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Direct Coombs Test

Test Code
LAB274


Alias/See Also
DAT; Direct antiglobulin test


Includes
Direct Coombs testing with polyspecific antihuman globulin serum and use of monospecific reagents (anti-IgG, anticomplement) when indicated


Instructions
"Routine venipuncture
Collect blood in 4.0 lavender top (EDTA) tubeBlood in 6.0 pink top (EDTA) tube (preferred) "


Specimen Stability
Refridgerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Improperly labeled specimen; container damaged and leaking; insufficient quantity


Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Routine outpatient: 8-24 hours




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.