Test Code ABI Antibody Identification
Useful For
Use: To identify a clinically significant, atypical antibody which may cause problems in pregnancy or blood transfusions.
Reflex Testing: Direct Coombs (Broad spectrum IgG, complement); Antibody Elution; Antibody ID Chemical
Treatment; Antigen Typing Absorption; Antigen Screen; Cold Auto Absorption; Warm Auto Absorption; Prewarmed Antibody Screen; Type and Crossmatch; Antibody Titer; ABO/Rh.
Performing Laboratory
- Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center (ARRMC)
- Asante Three Rivers Medical Center (ATRMC)
Performing Department
Blood Bank
Specimen Required
- One – Two 6mL Pink EDTA tubes
- K2 EDTA Pink top tube
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient
Do not freeze.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Routine - same day. If reflex testing is required, test results will be delayed.
Method Name
Hemagglutination/Column Agglutination
CPT Code Information
86870 Antibody identification, RBC antibodies, each panel for each serum technique
Billing Code
3000127