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HelpTest Code CAGG Cold Agglutinin
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Clotted Blood
Container/Tube: Red Top
Volume: 6.4mL
Collection Instructions: Send specimen to Laboratory immediately.
Reference Interval
Titre < 64
Days and Times Performed
24 hours, TAT 1 day
Methodology
Haemagglutination
Service Code
2012201
Update
Last updated 03/04/2023
Unacceptable Condition
| Haemolysis | NA |
|---|---|
| Icterus | NA |
| Lipaemic | NA |
| Others |
Sample kept refrigerated prior to testing will be rejected. |
Specimen Stability
Keep sample warm at 37°C and send to Blood Bank immediately after collection
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Transfusion Services, 67722305
Useful For
To determine presence of cold agglutinin in conditions such as autoimmune hemolytic anemias, mycoplasma infection and infectious mononucleosis