Fetal Bleed Screening Test

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Performed at Upper Chesapeake Health


Test Code
FS


Preferred Specimen
Lavender Top (EDTA) tube


Instructions
Order on all D-negative women delivering D-positive infants.
To be collected after delivery of all products of conception.
Wait an hour after delivery and collect specimen as soon as possible after that.
Order for STAT draw.


Transport Container
Lavender Top tube


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Setup Schedule
Day Shift


Reference Range
Negative


Clinical Significance
If positive, a Kleihauer-Betke Acid Elution will be performed to quantify the percent of fetal cells and calculate the proper dose of RhIg.




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.