ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Elution & Antibody Identification, RBC : 0013010

Mnemonic: IRL-ELU

Methodology: Hemagglutination
Performed: Mon-Fri
Reported: 1-3 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Lavender (EDTA) or pink (K2EDTA).

Specimen Preparation: Do not freeze red cells.
Transport 5 mL whole blood.
Pediatric: Transport 2 mL whole blood.

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Remarks:

Unacceptable Conditions: Separator or gel tubes.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval:
By report
Note: Includes resolution of Positive Direct Antiglobulin Test.
CPT Code(s): 86860; 86870