Test Code TS (Blood Bank) Type and Screen, Whole Blood

Performing Laboratory

Chilton Hospital Laboratory-Blood Bank

Hemagglutination

Includes ABO, Rh type, and antibody screen.

Specimen Type: Whole blood

Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 10 mL

Collection Instructions: Hand label using a yellow Blood Bank armband. See Blood Bank Procedure in Special Instructions for more information.

Forms: Blood Bank Order Form (Graphics Arts Department Form #110-009-RF0505-A) in Request Forms in Special Instructions

Include number of units required, diagnosis, date of transfusion or surgery, and ordering physician’s name.

Ambient

Not applicable

Monday through Sunday
Available STAT

Turnaround Time:

Routine-8 hours (Longer if discrepancy/antibodies are detected.)