Type & Screen (ABO Rh(D) & antibody screening) | KK Women's and Children's Hospital

Specimen Container	EDTA tube (Pink top), 6 mL
Specimen Requirement	Adult: 6 ml Paeds: 1.5ml (Do not use 500ul paediatric microtube) 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	45 minutes - 4 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 and the test request form.

Change History Notes

05 Jun 2026 08:50 AM

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19 Jul 2024 02:00 PM

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08 Nov 2021 12:00 AM

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Last Updated - 05 Jun 2026