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HelpTest Code TYSC Type and Screen (Not Crossmatch Eligible)
Clinical Indications
N/A
Additional Test Codes
Epic Order Name:Type & Screen (Not Crossmatch Eligible)
Sunquest Order Code: TYSC
Epic Px Code: LAB5001
Specimen Collection Type
Preferred: Pink
Exception: Neonatal patients may have a microtainer Lavender
drawn
Minimum Collection Volume
2 mL
Reference Range
N/A
Critical Value
N/A
Interpretation
A positive antibody screen indicates the presence of an
alloantibody or autoantibody in plasma and additional testing may
be required.
A negative antibody screen indicates no antibodies are currently
detectable.
Rejection Criteria
Gross Hemolysis
Improper labeling
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
Only for additional blood bank testing.
Specimen Stability
3 days
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Performing Lab- Department
TUKHS-BH-Transfusion Service
CPT Code
86900
86901
86850
LOINC Code
890-4
Test Alias
N/A
Additional Information / Notes
Red cells cannot be transfused from this order.
If antibody screen is positive, additional testing is required.
Test also used for neonates (less than 4 months) for
pre-transfusion testing.