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eDH Procedure Code
LAB3001
Test Information
Obtain specimen from an Rh NEG mother with an Rh POS infant after delivery of all products of conception.
Collect 1 hour post delivery to ensure any fetal cells present have mixed throughlyin the maternal circulation.
Collect specimen as soon as possible thereafter.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | BB-EDTAMA | 4.0 | |
| Blood | Blood, Venous | BB-EDTA4A | 4.0 | |
| Blood | Blood, Venous | BB-EDTA6A | 4.0 | |
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Pink-A | 4.0 | |
| Blood | Blood, Venous | PinkM-A | 4.0 | |
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| FETAL CELL SCREEN | 33900-2 |
| REFLEX BB |
CPT Code(s)
LAB3001 Fetal Cell Screen: 85461
Performing Lab Section
Blood Bank
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)