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An Antibody Screen Test checks your blood for red blood cell antibodies that could cause problems with a transfusion or pregnancy. You may also hear it called an indirect Coombs test or indirect antiglobulin test. If your doctor ordered it, LabFinder can help you book at participating labs.
This test, sometimes listed as RBC antibody screen or IAT, looks for antibodies your body has made against certain red blood cell types. It helps your care team plan safe transfusions and check for risks in pregnancy. Results timing: many labs release results in 1 to 2 business days, but timing can vary by location.
Common reasons: getting ready for surgery where a transfusion is possible, checking blood safety before a transfusion, routine prenatal testing to protect the baby, follow up when past tests suggested a red blood cell antibody, or after a past transfusion reaction to guide future care.
You will check in and show your ID. A phlebotomist cleans a small area of your arm and draws a tube of blood. A bandage is placed and you can leave. The visit usually takes about 10 to 20 minutes from arrival to finish.
Yes, this is a quick, routine blood draw and is considered very safe. You might feel a quick pinch, notice a small bruise, or feel a little lightheaded for a moment afterward, but those effects usually fade quickly. Be sure to tell the staff if you take blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder, or if you have fainted during blood draws before. They will take extra care to keep you comfortable. Tell the team if you had a recent transfusion or an Rh immune globulin shot, since these can affect results.
No fasting needed: you can eat and drink as usual unless your doctor says otherwise. Bring your records: list past transfusions, pregnancies, due dates, and any known antibodies. Share medicines: include blood thinners and recent Rh immune globulin. Stay hydrated: drinking water can make the draw easier. Always follow any instructions from your doctor or the lab and bring prior results if you have them.
Transfusion planning and safety, hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn, past or suspected transfusion reactions, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, unexplained anemia, and monitoring when a known red blood cell antibody is present. Results need context, and your doctor will review them with your history and symptoms before advising next steps.
You can compare locations, see time slots, and book online at participating labs. It is easy to search for a convenient location in your area or by city or ZIP. Coverage varies by plan and provider, so please check your benefits or ask the lab before you go.
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Booking a Antibody Screen Test is easy using LabFinder. Just choose your location and enter your insurance information to find the closest Antibody Screen Test near you.
To make a same-day appointment for a Antibody Screen Test, just choose your location and your insurance information to find the closest Antibody Screen Test location near you. If there's availability for a same-day appointment at a nearby lab location, then you will be able to book it easily through LabFinder.
LabFinder allows you to easily schedule a Antibody Screen Test. You can search by location and insurance to easily book a Antibody Screen Test near you.
LabFinder allows you to easily make an appointment for a Antibody Screen Test online. To make an appointment for a Antibody Screen Test online, just choose your location and your insurance information to find the closest Antibody Screen Test near you.
Yes, you can get a Antibody Screen Test without insurance. LabFinder allows you to search and select "Self-Pay" when booking a Antibody Screen Test. While pricing for the test may not be immediately available, please check by calling the lab company directly for pricing.
