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TIPP2

Message
All suspected transfusion reactions must be immediately reported to the Blood Bank and promptly evaluated by the Laboratory Medical Director or designated pathologist. A transfusion reaction workup and investigation must be initiated as soon as possible. Adequate and relevant clinical information should be obtained to ensure appropriate evaluation and to support continuing care of the patient.


Test Code
Transfusion Reaction


Alias/See Also
Cerner: Transfusion Reaction


Includes
ABO/RH testing, DAT, and crossmatch, if applicable, on the Pre-transfusion and Post Transfusion specimen. 


Patient Preparation
Stop transfusion immediately and maintain vein patency.

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Mislabeled


Performing Laboratory
EPCH Blood Bank



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.