Antenatal screening (Blood Transfusion)

Blood group and red cell antibody screen with anti-D confirmation if necessary

Other Comments:

ADDRESSOGRAPH LABELS MUST NOT BE USED ON BLOOD TUBE

About This Test

Department: Blood Transfusion

Requirement:

Identifies RH D negative mothers for prophylactic anti-D immuonglobulin. Identifies red cell antibodies which may affect the fetus

Turnaround Time:

Same or next day if no antibodies