Direct antiglobulin test, infant

Alphabetical Test listing

Direct antiglobulin test, infant-6109

Test name:

Test number:

6109

Excellian order number:

86880.7

Abbreviation:

IDC

Alternate names:

Coombs, direct
DAT
DAT, infant
Direct antiglobulin test
IDC

Tests included:

Anti-IgG will be performed.
Elutions, Antibody screen and Antibody identification are not automatic and would need to be a separate order.

Useful for:

The direct antiglobulin test (DAT) is a screening test for antibodies present on an individual's red cells and is used to investigate hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN)

Specimen type:

EDTA whole blood

Collection container:

Microtainer - lavender (EDTA)

Volume:

0.5 mL

Collection instructions:

Immediatley following collection, mix sample thoroughly by gentle inverting 8 - 10 times, to prevent clotting

Labelling instructions:

Excellian sites:
Tube must be labeled with the patients first and last name and Excellian MRN, date and time of collection and phlebotomist’s A#

Non-Excellian sites:
Tube must be labeled with the patient's first and last name and date of birth, date and time of collection and phlebotomist’s initials.

Transport container:

Microtainer - lavender (EDTA)

Transport and stability:

Refrigerate - 3 days

Sample should be obtained no more than 24 hours prior to testing but may be used up to 3 days post collection.Testing of older specimens may show decreased antibody reactivity.

Reason for rejection:

Improper label (unlabeled or mislabeled)
Hemolysis

Performing lab:

AHL - Blood Bank: B

Days set up:

Daily

TAT:

1 day

Method:

Column agglutination; agglutination

Reference ranges:

Negative

CPT codes:

86880

Date created:

01/20/2006

Revised date:

12/27/2023

Review date:

12/21/2023