haematology users' handbook - University College London Hospitals
haematology users' handbook - University College London Hospitals
haematology users' handbook - University College London Hospitals
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Blood Transfusion (page 2 of 5)<br />
Test<br />
Direct<br />
Antiglobulin<br />
Test (DAT)<br />
Group & Save<br />
Specimen<br />
type<br />
4.5 /7ml<br />
EDTA<br />
4.5/7ml<br />
EDTA<br />
Key Factors affecting<br />
tests<br />
Insufficient, clotted and<br />
haemolysed samples will<br />
be rejected.<br />
Kleihauer 4.5ml EDTA Delay in receiving sample.<br />
Sample not kept at room<br />
temperature before<br />
performing test.<br />
Notes<br />
Can be added onto existing Group &<br />
Save or Haematology FBC sample<br />
>2ml required for adults<br />
>1ml required for neonates (
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