Department
Blood Bank
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
DAT
Test Code (Numeric Code)
1900
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
Please send two separate EDTA tubes (a pink and a lavender top) IF a full blood count is also requested
Sample Stability
3 days at 2-6 degrees °C
Synonyms
Coombs Test, DAT
Turnaround Time
1 hour
Specimen Type
- Whole Blood
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Cross Match (Pink Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
7
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- EDTA (Microtainer)
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Pre-testing Requirements
Use the NZBS request form 111F15903. Give FULL identification - Sample must contain 3 types of identification.
These are:
1. Patient's full name (surname and first names)
2. Patient's date of birth
3. Patient's NHI number
Sample MUST be signed and details MUST be handwritten on the tube. Strictly NO STICKY LABELS.
Include number and date of any previous transfusions or pregnancies and any antibodies present
Additional Specimen Information
7 mL EDTA tube (pink top)
Microcollect: 500 µL in EDTA microtainer - ONLY for children up to 4 years
Last updated: 24/07/2026