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ANTIBODY SCREEN

Test Code
ASC


Alias/See Also
LAB278


CPT Codes
86850

Preferred Specimen
WHOLE BLOOD/SERUM


Instructions
Send report of diagnosis, history of recent and past transfusions, pregnancy, and drug therapy.


Transport Container
PINK


Transport Temperature
REF-7 DAYS


Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
ANTIBODY SCREEN


Clinical Significance
This test is used to identify antibodies present in the patient's plasma that can cause compatibility issues in blood crossmatching. It is also useful in identifying maternal antibodies capable of causing Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN).


Performing Laboratory
LMH - Blood Bank  x3767 or 3143



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.