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Crossmatch of Packed Red Blood Cells, No Antibody present
Alternative Names/Synonyms
Crossmatch PRBC, Blood Compatibility Testing
Laboratory
Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section
Transfusion Medicine
Specimen Type
Blood
Ordering Instructions, Requisition
MS 327 Blood Transfusion Product Request
Clinical Significance (If applicable)
To determine if a particular unit of red cells is compatible with the recipient.
Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)
Peripheral 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 21 days at 1-6C
Cause for Rejection
Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance
Test Availability
24 hours / 7 days
STAT Turnaround Time
20 minutes
Routine Turnaround Time
20 minutes
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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