RHD Genotyping
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Specimen and requisition requirements
Specimen(s):
Minimum of one (1) 2-6 ml EDTA (lavender) tubes, mixed thoroughly by gentle agitation.
Label specimen with the required minimum information: patient’s last name, first name, PHN or Unique Lifetime Identifier (ULI) and date of collection.
Complete Requisition (must include):
- Patient’s last name, first name, date of birth and PHN or ULI
- 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 at ≥1°C.
Select shipping method for container to arrive at testing site within 48 hours.
Sample must arrive at testing site within 14 days of sample collection.
Note: Protect from freezing.
Send to
Canadian Blood Services
Edmonton Centre
8249 114 St NW
Edmonton, AB T6G 2R8
Attention: Diagnostic Services Laboratory
Tel: 780-431-8765
Fax: 780-431-8747