- Test Name
- Antibody Identification
- Aliases
- RBC Antibody Identification
- Provincial Mnemonic
- ABID
- LOINC Test Code
- 888-8
- Description and Primary Use
- To identify red blood cell antibodies for blood banking/transfusion purposes.
- Reorder interval
- Not yet defined
- TAT
- 24 Hours
- Test Cost
- $119
- Tier
- 2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
This test is done in the blood bank (when required) and is not ordered directly by a physician.
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
Antibody identification
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
None
- Criteria for Rejection
Based on specimen condition and stability
- Laboratory Service Area
- Transfusion Medicine
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 3 and 4 laboratory sites.
- Last Updated
- 02-May-19