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Antigen Profile

Test Code
218


CPT Codes
86905

Preferred Specimen
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Serum gel tube is not acceptable


Minimum Volume
Full tube of whole blood


Instructions
Label specimen with patient’s full name, hospital and Blood Bank identification numbers, date and time of draw, and user name of phlebotomist


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Serum gel tube is not acceptable


Methodology
Hemagglutination

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range
No established reference values


Clinical Significance
Used to include or exclude antibody specificities and to find compatible blood for recipients who have antibodies; Rh-genotyping used to ascertain likelihood of an Rh-positive child in genetic counseling  


Performed By
CoxHealth



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.