Test Code FS Fetal Bleed Screen, Maternal Blood

Important Note

Screen normally performed before Kleinhauer-Betke Stain

Hospital Ordering Code

Lab896 FETAL SCREEN

Specimen must be stored at 1° to 8° C until testing is completed.

Specimen Type: Whole blood, maternal

Container/Tube: 7-mL lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: Full tube

Collection Instructions:

1. Draw maternal blood as soon after delivery as possible.

2. Plain, red-top tube is not acceptable.

Unity Point-Sioux City

85461

Tube

Refrigerate

Monday through Sunday