Test Code COLD Cold Agglutinins Screen
Performing Laboratory
Central Vermont Medical Center
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red Top Only
Acceptable:
Collection Instructions: Draw one plain red top (without silicone
gel). This tube must IMMEDIATELY be placed into a 37 degree
C heat block or 37 degree C incubator. After it has
completely clotted; centrifuge at 1,000 to 1,500 rpm for 5
minutes. Separate the serum into a separate tube ASAP.
Volume
1 ml
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 1 hr
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Specimen Type
serum
Container
RED TOP