RHD Genotyping
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Test Catalogue
Specimen and requisition requirements
Specimen(s):
One (1) 2-7 ml EDTA (lavender) tube mixed thoroughly by gentle agitation.
Label specimen with the required minimum information: patient’s last name, first name, middle name, PHN or unique identifier and date of collection.
Complete Requisition (must include):
- Patient’s last name, first name, middle name, PHN or unique identifier and date of birth
- Facility name, complete address, phone and fax number
- Phlebotomist ID information
- Date of collection
Requisition(s)
Request for RHD Genotyping (PDF)
(Electronic Fillable Form)
RHD Genotyping (Frequently Asked Questions) (PDF)
Information Regarding Limited Availability of RHD Genotyping Kits (PDF)
Demande de génotypage RhD (PDF)
(Peut être rempli en ligne)
Pre-shipping storage
Recommended Refrigeration 1-10°C
Shipping instructions
Submit samples as soon as possible after collection.
Shipping
Ship in a container that will maintain temperature 2°C to 25°C
Select shipping method for container to arrive at testing site within 48 hours.
Sample must be received at testing site within 14 days of collection.
Note: Protect from freezing.
Send to
Canadian Blood Services
National Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (NIRL)
100 Parkshore Drive
Brampton, ON, L6T 5M1
Tel: 905-494-5295
Fax: 905-494- 8131