Fetal Cell Stain (Kleihauer-Betke)

Message
Detects fetal cells in maternal blood or fluid


Test Code
LAB762


Preferred Specimen
Lavender or Fluid containing Red cells


Instructions
Transport 1 ml whole blood or fluid immediately to lab.


Specimen Stability
Ambient: 12 hours; Refrigerated: 12 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
manual



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