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HelpTest Code LAB3909 Red Cell Genotyping Panel
Clinical System Name
Red Cell Genotyping Panel
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Lavender/EDTA
Preferred Vol: 10.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 5.0 mL
*Pediatric Minimum Vol: 2.0 - 4.0 mL Lavender/EDTA tube
Note: If patient has very low white cell count, more sample may be required. Complete a Immunohematology Reference Lab Requisition.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: DO NOT REJECT (please escalate)
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: Fridge
Storage Location: Store refrigerated. Complete a Immunohematology Reference Lab Requisition. Fill out as completely as possible, making sure the ordering provider is listed. Place a large specimen label in the top right corner. Deliver the bagged sample and requisition to the Send Outs refrigerator. Specimens collected after hours or on weekends will be sent next business day.
Off-site Collection: Keep whole blood refrigerated and transport to Seattle Children's Main Lab ASAP.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| EDTA Whole Blood | Room temp | Y |
| Refrigerated | Y | |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Note: Do not reject specimens that exceed the above listed stability. Versiti will attempt to extract DNA regardless of specimen age/temp.
Performing Laboratory
Versiti - Wisconsin
Immunohematology Reference Lab
638 N. 18th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Phone Number: (414) 937-6205
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Synonyms
Red Cell Genotyping
RBC Gen
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M - F | 3 d |
Methodology
Method: PCR and Hybridization Probes
Analytical Volume: See "Sample Requirements" section.
Limitations:
CPT Codes
0282U
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Red Cell Genotyping Panel |
| Reference Test Number: | 3530 |
| Instructions: | Deliver the bagged sample and requisition to the Send Outs refrigerator. Specimens collected after hours or on weekends will be sent the following business day. Saturday deliveries are acceptable. |