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Cord Direct Antiglobulin Test and Indirect Antiglobulin Test
Alternative Names/Synonyms
Cord DAT and IAT
Laboratory
Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section
Transfusion Medicine
Specimen Type
Blood
Test Code
CORD
Ordering Instructions, Requisition
MS 327 Blood Transfusion Product Request
Clinical Significance (If applicable)
Determines the presence of antibodies on the neonatal red cells and in the neonate's serum/plasma.
Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)
Cord Blood
Specimen Requirements (Volume (mL))
6 ml
Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)
1 Pink top K2EDTA
Collection Containers – Tube Types
Collection Requirements
Collect 1 Pink top tube EDTA. Mix well at time of collection
Collection Instructions
Storage / Shipment Details
Send ASAP to Core Laboratory
Sample Stability
Stable for 8 hours at room temperature
Cause for Rejection
Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance
Test Availability
24 hours / 7 days
STAT Turnaround Time
60 minutes
Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours
Laboratory Contact Information
Tel #: 416-586-4502
Fax #: 416-586-8504
Sample Processing / Delivery
Please deliver to the Core Laboratory, 11th Floor
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