Kleihauer-Betke Stain

Message
Collect a full tube, following standard venipuncture techniques.


Test Code
LAB762 KBTQ


Alias/See Also
KBTQ


CPT Codes
85460

Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@


Instructions
Minimum Testing Volume: 1 mL Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: N/A Refrigerated : 14 days Frozen: N/A Causes for Rejection: HemolysisClotted


Report Available
3-Days


Clinical Significance
1230170674



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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