Test Code CORD Cord Blood Evaluation
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB892
Epic Description: NB CORD BLOOD STUDY
Synonym
Cord ABO/Rh Type and Cord Direct Antiglobulin (Coombs) Test
Collection Limitations
Pink EDTA preferred 6.0 mL tube is in stock in Central Supply. Tubes can be ordered from Central Supply. Lawson #74361
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
PINK, 6.0 mL EDTA |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Lavender, EDTA | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
The 2 tube labels described below must be applied lenghtwise. A label may be folded as a "flag" to prevent overlapping so that all information on both labels remains visible.
- Birthing person's admission label with the following additional information:
a. Cord Blood" stamped or written in red ink. For multiple births follow newborn naming convention (i.e. "Cord Blood Girl A", "Cord Blood Boy B').
b. Date and time of collection
c. Collector's initials
2. Barcoded lab label with the following newborn's information:
a. Newborn's Name
b. Clinic Number
c. Location
Do not centrifuge. Transport at room temperature. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Performing Lab
Blood Bank Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
40 minutes
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport specimen to Blood Bank.
CPT Code Information
86880
86901
86900