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Cord Blood Direct Coombs (DAT)

Test Code
CORDDAT


CPT Codes
86880

Includes
Tests for antibodies (IgG) bound to red cells.


Preferred Specimen
Red No Gel, CORD Blood


Minimum Volume
1-2 mL


Instructions
Whole Blood


Transport Container
Red No Gel, Whole Blood


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 14 Days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Specimen Irretrievable, DO NOT REJECT


Methodology
Manual Gel (IgG DAT)

Setup Schedule
Monday - Sunday


Reference Range
Negative; Positive (reflex to additional testing)


Clinical Significance
Detects if maternal antibodies are attached to the baby's red blood cells, which can cause destruction. If the DAT is positive, further testing (eluate/elution) determines which antibodies are attacking the cells.


Performed By
RFGH Laboratory

Performing Laboratory
RFGH Laboratory



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.