DAT Negative Hemolytic Anemia Evaluation RefLab
Alternate Names
Versiti 3111, Micro Coombs, Super Coombs
SoftLab Order Code
DATNE
Epic Order Name
DAT Negative Hemolytic Anemia Evaluation RefLab
Epic Order ID
LAB4079
Laboratory
Reference Lab
Additional Test Information
Evaluation of patients suspected of ongoing immune-mediated hemolytic anemia who are repeat DAT negative by standard methodology. Includes IgA detection and other enhanced antibody detection techniques
Sample Type
Whole Blood
Collection Container
Plain Red top and Lavender (EDTA)
Do not centrifuge Red top tubes.
Alternative Collection Container
NA
Collecting Volume
21.0 mL in a plain red (3 tubes) and 10 mL in a lavender top tube (3 tubes)
Minimum Collecting Volume
NA
Storage or Stability
Refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
Improper labeling, Quantity not sufficient, Serum or Plasma specimen
Instructions
Do not centrifuge red tops. Questions regarding this testing should be forwarded to Transfusion Services, Raleigh Campus.