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Test Code ABWU Antibody Identification Panel

Important Note

Reflex testing based on antibody screening results.  Ordered, per protocol, by Blood Bank based on positive antibody screening results.

Specimen and Container/Tube

Whole Blood

Pink top, EDTA

NOTE: All blood bank samples must have HAND WRITTEN collection information on the label to be accepted (date, time, and initials). 

 

Rejection Criteria

This sample will be rejected if not labeled properly:

  • Must be labeled with patient LAST name, FIRST name, and MRN.
  • All blood bank samples must have HAND WRITTEN collection information on the label to be accepted (date, time, and initials).
  • All information must be legible.

Preferred Volume

6 mL

Pediatric Volume

6 mL

Test Components

  • Antibody identification
  • Interpretation of clinical significance

 

Additional Information

  • Antibody screen sample, including but not limited to, Type and Screen, will be used. 
  • Additional sample will be requested if quantity not sufficient.

Clinical Indications

When antibodies are detected in a blood bank screening test (such as Type and Screen), additional testing shall be performed to identify antibodies of clinical significance.  In a patient with a history of antibodies, additional antibody identification testing is performed to detect and identify newly formed clinically significant antibodies.  All clinically significant antibodies detected must be identified prior to transfusion and when indicated, antigen negative and crossmatched red cell units are provided.

 

Last reviewed

Last reviewed 03/25/2022 RM.