TRANSFUSION RED BLOOD CELLS BLOOD

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: BD
UPHSM LIS Test #: 117
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 4 hours, 1 hour (STAT)
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 5.0 mL of EDTA whole blood
Temperature:
Tube Type: 1 Lavender or Pink Top (EDTA) tube
Collection Info:
NOTE:
1. If unable to infuse product after issue, it must be returned to Transfusion Service ASAP.
2. Please send a copy of the physician order with the specimen.

Volume: 7.0 mL
Temperature:
Tube Type: 1 Red Top (Plain)
Collection Info:
SST TUBE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE
NOTE:
1. If unable to infuse product after issue, it must be returned to Transfusion Service ASAP.
2. Please send a copy of the physician order with the specimen.

Methods

Includes ABO and Rh typing, antibody screen, crossmatch, and antibody identification if screen is positive.

CPT Codes

86900 - ABO
86870 - antibody identification
86850 - antibody screen
86922 - crossmatch, antiglobulin technique
86920 - crossmatch, immediate spin
86901 - Rh
86923 - Crossmatch, Electronic

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

None