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HelpTest Code BTR Isoagglutinin Titer, Anti-B, Serum
Shipping Instructions
Specimen must arrive within 10 days of collection.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2.5 mL
Pediatric Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Evaluation of individuals with possible hypogammaglobulinemia
Reporting Name
Isoagglutinin Titer, Anti-BSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Ambient (preferred) | 4 days |
| Frozen | 10 days | |
| Refrigerated | 10 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
Reference Values
Interpretation depends on clinical setting. No defined reference values.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, Sunday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86886
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BTR | Isoagglutinin Titer, Anti-B | 34464-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BTR | Isoagglutinin Titer, Anti-B | 34464-8 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen: