Testing Laboratory
New Zealand Blood Service Reference Lab AucklandDepartment
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Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
MISN
Test Code (Numeric Code)
7613
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
Full clinical particulars and patient's race must be indicated on request form
Registration
Record test details in Clinical Details. Send a photocopy of the request form along with the computer generated request. Record test on computer-generated form and on Dispatch note
Sample Stability
36 hours
Synonyms
Lymphocyte & Platelet Indirect Antibody Screen
Turnaround Time
1 week
Specimen Type
- Whole Blood
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- CPD (Yellow Top Tube)
- Plain (Red Top)
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- CPD (Yellow Top Tube)
- Plain (Red Top)
Additional Specimen Information
Collect 2 x CPD (Yellow) AND 2 x Plain (Red)
Last updated: 24/02/2026