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Epic EAP: LAB762
Epic Description: KLEIHAUER-BETKE STAIN
Synonym
Fetal Cell Quant
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
Collect maternal specimen as soon as possible, post-delivery. Send directly to the Blood Bank. Do not centrifuge.
Tubes must be labeled with the following information:
- Patient's complete name
- Clinic number
- Location
- Date of Collection
- Collector's I.D.
Performing Lab
Blood Bank Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
2 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport specimen to Blood Bank as soon as possible. (Kleihauer-Betke is considered a STAT order). Do not centrifuge.
CPT Code Information
85460