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Alternative Names:

DAT
DCT
Coombes Test

Laboratory:

Blood Bank

Test Code:

DAT

Medicare rebatable:

Registration Instructions:

Adults and children > 2 years of age register DAT and BBV if both are requested

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA

Adults Volume or Mass:

6 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Retrospective testing same day only

Samples and Requests must have THREE points of corresponding identification. Preferably Full name, Hospital UR number and Date of Birth.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Daily