Maternal ABO antibody titer

IH0020

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
EDTA tube
Specimen Requirement
Specimen requirement:
Adult: 5 ml (Half tube)

Disclaimer:
- Blood volume is calculated based on 60% PCV/HCT, hence if the patient has higher PCV/HCT (> 60%), it may not be sufficient to run the test.
- Please note that the volume of blood required for adult tube is different due to larger tube diameter.
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
2 - 5 hrs
Reference Value(s)
-
Testing Laboratory Location KKH
Laboratory Blood Bank
Contact Number 6394 1376
Day and Time Performed
Daily, 24 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? No
Additional Information
Gently invert the tubes several times to prevent clotting.
Phlebotomist's name and signature must be provided on the attached tube label.

This test cannot be ordered seperately. It is a reflex test when NNJ profile is ordered, and mother's and baby's ABO results are incompatible.

Change History Notes

  • 19 Jul 2024 02:00 PM

    ​Updated Specimen Requirement.

  • 27 May 2024 04:00 PM

    ​Updated test name.

  • 08 Nov 2021 12:00 AM

    Updated Specimen Container and Specimen Requirement.

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Last Updated - 27 May 2025