Sample Requirements

Specimen: Whole Blood

Container(s): Lavender/EDTA

Preferred Vol: 2 mL

Minimum Vol: 1 mL minimum

Note: Patient arm band, label on specimen, and information in EHR must match including patient LEGAL name, medical record number, and date drawn. Document specimen draw time on filled labeled tube. Perform a 2-person verification at the bedside; both individuals must initial the tube, and the verifier’s name must be entered into the EHR. Deliver specimen to the Lab/Transfusion Service. Refer to Job Aid: Transfusion Specimen Collection, 13143 for more details. 

Label Example: