Test Code TYPE Blood Type
Performing Laboratory
Trinity Health Grand Haven
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole bloodContainer/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Label tube with patient’s name, date of birth or medical record number (MRN), date and time of draw, initials of collector, and BB# (Blood Bank band #) if transfusion is indicated.
Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
GelIncludes ABO and Rh typing.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86900-ABO86901-Rh(D)