Antiglobulin Test, Direct

Test Code
DAT


CPT Codes
86880

Preferred Specimen
Whole Blood


Instructions
Draw a full lavender top (EDTA)


Transport Container
Lavender top (EDTA)


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted or hemolyzed


Methodology

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.