DAT

Message

Used to detect if antibodies or complement are bound to the patient's RBCs

Test Code

NMCP Blood Bank

Alias/See Also

Direct Antiglobulin Test

CPT Codes
86880

Preferred Specimen

EDTA Plasma

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

Purple Top/EDTA

Transport Container

Pink Top/EDTA Tube

Transport Temperature

Room Temperature

Specimen Stability

7 Days Refrigerated

Methodology
Manual Tube Testing

Clinical Significance

This test detects in vivo sensitization/hemolysis

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.