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Rh (CORD Blood)

Message
To assess if Rh-negative mother's need RhIg


Test Code
NMCP Blood Bank


Alias/See Also
Rh Cord Blood


CPT Codes
86901

Preferred Specimen
Plasma 2 mL


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Pink Top/EDTA tube


Instructions
Collect Cord Blood from infant born to Rh Negative mothers


Transport Container
Purple Top (EDTA) tube


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
7 Days Refrigerated


Methodology
Manual Tube Testing

Clinical Significance
Test is ordered under Mother's CHCS file to determine eligibility for Rhogam. If baby is Rh Pos, a postpartum sample will need to be submitted for fetal bleed screen to determine RhIg dose.


Performing Laboratory
NMC Portsmouth Transfusion Service



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.