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Kleihauer Betke Stain

Message
Performed if fetal screen is positive to assess RhIg dose


Test Code
NMCP Blood Bank


Alias/See Also
KLEIHAUER


CPT Codes
85460

Includes
Differentiates Hemoglobin F from Hemoglobin A. Estimates amount of feto-maternal hemorrhage.


Preferred Specimen
EDTA Plasma


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Purple Top/EDTA


Instructions
Must be accompanied with a consult sheet (Form 513)


Transport Container
Pink Top/EDTA Tube


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
7 Days Refrigerated


Methodology
Manual Tube Testing

Clinical Significance
This test determines that % of fetal cells, the volume of fetal maternal hemorrhage, and to estimate the amount of RhIg dosage needed.


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.