BLOOD TYPE CONFIRMATION

Message
Blood Type Confirmation must be a separate blood draw - by a different collector or at a different time - from the Type & Screen. Please correctly re-identify the patient. Collect a full 3 or 7 mL tube, following standard venipuncture techniques.


Test Code
LAB89508 ABORX


Alias/See Also
ABORX


Instructions
Preferred testing volume: 5.0-7.0 mL whole blood Minimum Testing Volume: 2.0 mL whole blood Transport Temperature: Ambient - if transport is within 12 hours of collectionRefrigerated - if transport will be delayed > 12 hours from collection


Report Available
STAT 1-Hours|Routine 4-Hours|Timed 4-Hours


Clinical Significance
1230150011



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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.