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Number of red blood cells in the blood

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Red blood cell disorders

Measures: Number of red blood cells in the blood

Identifies: Red blood cell disorders

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What is the maximum days the report can be obtained for the test

Direct Coombs Test (DCT), Whole Blood EDTA Test

The maximum days the report can be obtained for the Direct Coombs Test (DCT), Whole Blood EDTA Test is typically 2-3 days. However, this may vary depending on the laboratory and specific circumstances.

What are the prerequisites for the test Direct Coombs Test (DCT), Whole Blood EDTA Test

  • Sample: Whole blood collected in an EDTA tube
  • Age: No age restriction
  • Gender: No gender restriction
  • Fasting: Not required
  • Other: No specific prerequisites

What are the measure values for the test Direct Coombs Test (DCT), Whole Blood EDTA Test

  • Positive: Agglutination of red blood cells
  • Negative: No agglutination of red blood cells

What does this test Direct Coombs Test (DCT), Whole Blood EDTA Test identify?

  1. Direct Coombs Test (DCT): This test is used to identify the presence of antibodies that are attached to the surface of red blood cells. These antibodies can lead to the destruction of red blood cells, a condition known as hemolysis. The DCT is often used to diagnose autoimmune hemolytic anemia, a condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the body's own red blood cells.
  2. Whole Blood EDTA Test: This test is used to identify various blood disorders, including anemia, leukemia, and other conditions affecting the production or function of red blood cells. EDTA is an anticoagulant that prevents blood from clotting, allowing for accurate testing of the blood sample.

Why is this test Direct Coombs Test (DCT), Whole Blood EDTA Test taken?

The Direct Coombs Test (DCT), Whole Blood EDTA Test is taken to detect the presence of antibodies on the surface of red blood cells. This test is usually ordered when a person exhibits symptoms of hemolytic anemia, a condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys red blood cells. The test helps in diagnosing autoimmune diseases like autoimmune hemolytic anemia, and in determining the cause of hemolytic transfusion reactions and HDN (hemolytic disease of the newborn).

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