Testing Laboratory
New Zealand Blood Service Reference Lab AucklandDepartment
Refer to Testing Lab link
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
ANT5
Test Code (Numeric Code)
7873
Laboratory Handling
Registration
Photocopy the request form and send with the computer generated form to NZBS
Sample Stability
7 days
Synonyms
ABO titres
Turnaround Time
2 days
Specimen Type
- Whole Blood
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Cross Match (Pink Cap)
Acceptable
- Plain (Red Top)
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Cross Match (Pink Cap)
Acceptable
- Plain(Microtainer)
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
6
Last updated: 18/06/2026