Test Code FMH Fetal Screen
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB1916
Epic Description: ROSETTE – FMH (FETAL BLEED SCREEN)
Synonym
Rosette Test
Fetal Maternal Hemorrhage (FMH) Screen
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
Tubes must be labeled with the following information:
1. Patient’s complete name
2. Clinic Number
3. Location
4. Date of Collection
5. Collector’s I.D.
Tubes may be labeled with stamped or computer-generated labels or info may be handwritten. Do not centrifuge. Transport at room temperature. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Performing Lab
Blood Bank Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
1 hour
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport specimen to Blood Bank.
CPT Code Information
85461