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Cord Blood Screen

Test Code
CORD


Preferred Specimen
5 mL whole blood (1.0 minimum)


Instructions
Specimen obtained from cord at delivery or lab may draw after birth from heel stick. If DAT is positive, a maternal type and screen will be done to determine antibody. Test includes ABO, Rh, and Direct Antiglobulin Test.


Transport Container
Lavender Tube


Transport Temperature
Ambient




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.