Order Code KleihBetke Fetal Bleed Stain
Additional Codes
Epic Order ID LAB2640
Epic Order ID LAB762I
Sub activity Type
Blood Bank
Collection tube (preferred)
Lavender
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Minimum Volume
2ml
Stability
10 days at 20-22°C
Transport temperature
Ambient
Transport Container
Original vial
Rejection Criteria
SST tube
Performance
Performed Daily
Report Available
Same day
Notes
Recommended to test immediately. Collect maternal blood as soon as possible after suspected fetal/maternal bleed on RH negative women; to be used for RHIG dosage, RHIG workup should also be ordered with this test
Clinical Significance
Also known as Kleihauer Betke Stain, Fetal Maternal Erythrocyte Ratio