Crossmatch (Referral)
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Assay |
Crossmatch (Referral) |
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Key Words |
Crossmatch, compatibility testing |
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Specimen Collection |
2x 7.5ml EDTA (Red lid). This test will be requested by the Blood Transfusion laboratory if it is required. |
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Turnaround time |
This test is referred to another centre for analysis: |
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Test indications |
If a crossmatch cannot be adequately performed locally due to the nature of antibodies present, which therefore needs specialist crossmatching by the NHSBT. |
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Interferences |
Contact referral laboratory for information |
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Reference Range |
Contact referral laboratory for information |
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Minimum retesting interval |
N/A |
