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Indirect Antiglobulin Test
Alternative Names/Synonyms
Indirect Coomb's Test, Antibody Screen
Laboratory
Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section
Transfusion Medicine
Specimen Type
Blood
Test Code
C_IAT for Cord
Ordering Instructions, Requisition
MS 327 Blood Transfusion Product Request
Clinical Significance (If applicable)
To detect the presence of allo/auto antibodies to red blood cells (RBCs).
Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)
Peripheral blood
Specimen Requirements (Volume (mL))
6 mL
Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)
1 Pink 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 teperature
Cause for Rejection
Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance
Test Availability
24 hours / 7 days
Routine Turnaround Time
Variable
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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