Test Code TSN Type & Screen Neonate
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB1963
Epic Description: TYPE AND SCREEN NEONATAL
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 |
Neonate | Lavender, EDTA | 3.0 mL | 2.0 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.
6. A second signature or initials may be required. Contact your Blood Bank to determine local requirements.
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 specimens to Blood Bank. Do not centrifuge.
CPT Code Information
86900
86901
86850