Coombs Antiglobulin, Indirect

General

Synonym/Acronym:
Indirect antiglobulin test (IAT), antibody screen.

Rationale
To check recipient serum for antibodies prior to blood transfusion.

Patient Preparation
There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.

Normal Findings
(Method: Hemagglutination) Negative (no agglutination).

Critical Findings and Potential Interventions
N/A

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