Lectin Panel (T activation of RBCs)
Indications | Used in a patient who is suspected of having T activation or RBC polyagglutination, either acquired or inherited. The test is not routinely ordered as an individual test but used to help resolve complex serologic investigations. |
Method | Standard test tube methodology, Hemagglutination with reagent lectins |
Test Information | Test will be performed as soon as possible following sample collection to minimize the chance that falsely positive or falsely negative reactions due to improper storage or contamination. |
Sample Requirements | EDTA tube. Serum separator gel tube is not acceptable. |
Requested Volume | 1 full 7 ml EDTA sample |
Minimum Volume or Pediatric volume | Minimum volume: 1 full 7 ml EDTA sample Pediatric: 1 full 3 ml EDTA sample; neonate: 2 full 0.5 ml EDTA microtainers |
Sample Information | Sample cannot be tested immediately should be stored at 2-8C as soon as possible. |
Shipping Information | Ship at ambient temperature
Send samples to: |
Requisition Form | Request for Testing-Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Immunohematology Consultation Request |
Transaction Code | 3137-00 |
CPT Codes | 86999 |
Test Schedule | Monday through Sunday |
Turn around Time (analytic time) | 24 hours if weekday; 48 hours if weekend |
Report/ Results | Fax number required to receive report |