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Catalog ID Elution Elution

CPOE Test Name

Reflex test ordered by Blood Bank

Synonyms

Eluate, Antibody Elution, RBC Antibody Removal

Specimen Type

Blood

Specimen Requirements

Pink top (EDTA) tube; Samples require Name, MRN, date and phlebotomist initials/Cerner ID. 

Causes for Rejection

Improper labeling; wrong tube; gross hemolysis; insufficient volume

Turn Around Time

24 – 48 hours

CPT / HCPCS Code

86860, 86870

Storage and Transport

Send to Blood Bank

Reference Ranges

Not applicable

Interpretation

The eluate must be tested against panel cells to attempt antibody identification.

Methodology

Removal of antibody from coated RBC’s to recover bound antibody. Requires further serological testing of eluate for identification purposes.

Performing Lab

Blood Bank BI-1230 721-2731

EPIC Orderable Procedure

LAB10139