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Coombs Direct & CBC Profile – Small Animal

Description

Detection of IgG, IgM or C3 on erythrocytes via direct antiglobulin test (direct Coombs test); measurement of WBC, RBC, HGB, HCT, MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDW, reticulocytes, PLT, PCT, MPV; and microscopic blood smear review for WBC differential, cellular morphology, and hemoparasites. 

A positive Coombs can support the diagnosis of immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA) when compatible clinical and CBC findings are present.

Code1148
SectionClinical Pathology
SpeciesCanine, Feline
Specimen

1 mL EDTA whole blood and 1-2 air dried slides

Sampling Requirements

Peripheral blood smear should be prepared at the time of collection.

Collection Container

EDTA tube (purple top) and slide container.

Packing Instructions

Label all samples. Ship overnight.

Special Instructions

Samples greater than 48 hours old at time of arrival may not be suitable for Coombs testing.

Price$40.75
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