ABO and RhType, Blood

Test Code
ABRH


CPT Codes
86900, 86901

Includes
Includes: Blood typing; Rh


Preferred Specimen
whole blood


Instructions
Draw Full lavender top (EDTA) If transfusion is needed use the Blod Bank ID bracelet system


Transport Container
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
SST® tube is not acceptable


Methodology
Gel or tube

Reference Range
Not applicable




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.