Kleihauer-Betke Stain (PRISMA HEALTH)

Test Code

1230100454

Alias/See Also

LAB762: Kleihauer Betke (K-B) Stain | FETAL CELL|FETAL HGB|KB STAIN|KBST

CPT Codes
85460x1

Preferred Specimen

GMH HOSPITAL LAB: LAVENDER TOP-EDTA (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL: LAVENDER TOP-EDTA (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1
THL Blood Bank: LAVENDER TOP-EDTA (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1

Other Acceptable Specimens

GMH HOSPITAL LAB: PINK TOP-KEDTA: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1; MICRO LAVENDER- EDTA: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL: MICRO LAVENDER- EDTA: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A
THL Blood Bank: PINK TOP-KEDTA: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1; MICRO LAVENDER- EDTA: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1

Instructions

Adult: MInimum 2.5 mL blood *Pediatric minimum: 1 full microtainer*

Transport Temperature

It is recommended that tubes of blood are to be kept closed at all times and in a vertical position. It is required that the serum or plasma be physically separated from contact with cells within two hours from the time of collection. Analyze fresh specimens, if possible. Clarified samples may be stored for 2 to 8°C for up to 14 days and frozen at < or = -10°C. Repeated freeze/thaw cycles (>3) should be avoided. Stored specimens must be inspected for particulates. If present, mix and centrifuge the specimen to remove.

Report Available

GMH HOSPITAL LAB
STAT: 60 min
Routine: 720 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: No TAT min
Life or Death: 60 min

RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL
STAT: 60 min
Routine: 720 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: No TAT min
Life or Death: 60 min

Last Updated: February 20, 2024

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