Blood Group and Rh
Code
0675
Principle
The ABO blood typing system is defined by the presence or absence of the A and/or B antigens on the surface of the red blood cells (forward grouping) and the presence of antibodies in the serum corresponding to the antigen
Preanalytical
3 mL EDTA Blood Refrigerated
Turn Around Time
1 day
Methodology
Day-Gel Card
Limitations
Double population may be seen in patients who have undergone blood transfusion or bone marrow transplantation.