Test Code DIDC Direct and Indirect Coombs,
Performing Laboratory
YRMC Blood Bank
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Specimen Requirements
1 full Lavender Tube (6 ml K2EDTA) or small microtainer for infants
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Testing Algorithm
If positive and patient meets criteria, a Direct Coombs (IgG), eluate and antibody identification will be performed
Methodology
IgG C3d and IgG Gel Card
Reference Values
Negative
Specimen Collection Instructions
Do not Centrifuge
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86880 86850
Loinc Code
pending