ABO RH Typing/Antibody Screen “Fertility” Testing

Test description

Testing includes the determination of patient's ABO group, RhD type, and a screen for the detection of atypical antibodies. Additional testing for red cell antibody identification is performed when atypical antibodies are detected.

ABO RH Typing Antibody Screen Fertility Testing SK PN 03 (PDF)

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Specimen and requisition requirements

Specimen:
Two (2) 5ml EDTA (lavender) tube, mixed thoroughly by gentle agitation.

Label specimen with the required minimum information: patient’s last name, first name, PHN or unique identifier and date of collection.

Complete Requisition (must include):

Patient's last name, first name, date of birth and PHN or unique identifier
Clinic and Health Care Provider name, complete address, phone and fax number
Phlebotomist ID information
Date of collection

Requisition
Request for Perinatal Testing Requisition SK (PDF)

Pre-shipping storage

Recommended refrigeration 1-10°C

Shipping instructions

Submit samples as soon as possible after collection.

Shipping
Ship in a container that will maintain temperature at ≥1°C.
Select shipping method for container to arrive at testing site within 48 hours.
Note: Protect from freezing.

Send to

Canadian Blood Services
Saskatchewan Centre
Perinatal Receiving
2571 Broad Street
Regina, SK, S4P 3B4
Tel: 604-707-3434
Fax: 604-874-6582