Test Code RCP Red Cell Phenotyping
Laboratory Code
LAB3040261
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: EDTA
Volume: 3.0 mL
Specimen Stability
Ambient | Freshly drawn samples (preferred) |
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Refrigerate | 14 days |
Frozen | Not applicable |
Methodology
Immune Agglutination
This test includes reagents not registered with the Health Sciences Authority. The performance characteristics of such reagents have been validated for clinical use in NUH BTS.
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday
Routine, TAT 1 day
Specimen Condition
Gross Haemolysis | Reject |
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Icterus | OK |
Lipaemia | OK |
Others: Insufficient specimen | Reject |
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Transfusion Services, 67722305
Useful For
To determine the presence of red cell antigen/s. Please specify the antigen when requesting.
Service Code
2012523
Update
Last updated 03/03/2025