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HelpTest ID ABONR ABO/Rh Newborn, Blood
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Pink top (EDTA Micro tube)
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Useful For
Selecting compatible blood products for transfusion therapy
Determining the need for Rh immune globulin in mother of baby
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABIDR | Antibody Identification, RBC | Yes | No |
Testing Algorithm
Includes ABO and Rh blood group antigens.
Method Name
Hemagglutination
Reporting Name
Newborn ABORhSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 10 days | |
| Ambient | 4 days |
Reference Values
ABO and Rh blood group antigens identified
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ABONR | Newborn ABORh | 19057-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ABONR | Newborn ABORh | 19057-9 |