Description
blood group and antibody screen
Additional information
Blood Transfusion samples must be labelled using BloodTrack generated label or handwritten and signed by the person who identified and bled the patient. Please discuss sample volumes with the Blood Transfusion Laboratory as it may be possible to use a smaller amount for neonates and children who are difficult to bleed.
Sending address
Department of Haematology
Camelia Botnar Laboratories
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
WC1N 3JH
Laboratory service
Haematology
Sample requirements
2ml venous blood, EDTA (Blood Transfusion bottle only)
Turnaround time
Up to 48 hours
Cost
Upon request
Call in advance?
Please contact the laboratory if the sample is urgent.