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HelpTest Code 4020102 Direct Coombs Test (DAT)
Specimen Requirements
Whole blood or cord blood
Container
EDTA (lavender top) tube
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Analytical Time
Same day
Available stat
Sample Retention Time
7-10 days
Method
Agglutination by Test Tube
CPT Code
86880
Performing Laboratory
Springfield Hospital Laboratory
Storage
Store at 2-8°C
Reject Due To
Improperly labeled sample
SST gel tube
Gross hemolysis