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 | RFT-Request for Testing Transfusion Services 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 |