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Fetal Screen

Message
For Rh negative moms with an Rh positive infant


Test Code
NMCP Blood Bank


Alias/See Also
Fetal Cell Screen


CPT Codes
85461

Includes
Rosette Test. Can only be performed on Rh negative patient to determine whether Rh positive cells are present.


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 is performed on a post partum sample from Rh negative mother who has delivered an Rh positive baby. The test indicates fetal maternal hemorrhage. If positive, a Kleihauer Betke stain must be performed.


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.