Type and Screen Same Day
eD-H Order Code
LAB3172
Order Set Components
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | 2.9 ML | ||
| 
 Pedi Blood  | 
4.0 ML | ||
| 
 Neonate Blood  | 
1.5 ML | 
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Additional Specimen Instructions
Type & Screen samples must be appropriately labeled, must have a BLOOD LOCK CODE recorded on the tube, include a future surgical date, and must be accompanied by a signed and dated collection slip.
Additional Testing Information
All samples submitted for a Type & Screen will have the following tests performed: ABO Group, Rh Type, and Antibody Screen (indirect coombs test). An antibody identification will be performed on any sample with a positive antibody screen result.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday; continuously
CPT(s)
86900 ; 86850 ;
Performing Lab Section
Blood Bank