Sample type: Whole Blood

Test name: Free fetal DNA for fetal Rh typing a.k.a. ffDNA

Condition / Indication: To determine the Rh type of a fetus allowing appropriate gestational Anti-D prophylaxis. Indicated in Rh negative mothers only

Special precautions & notes: Must NOT be refrigerated

Container: EDTA (Pink) 6.0 ml

Ideal volume (mL): 4 mL

Referred outside NBT for analysis? Yes - please see form below.

Discipline: Blood Transfusion

Turnaround time: 15 days

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Referral location: NHS Blood and Transplant, Filton, North Bristol Park, Northway, Filton, Bristol BS34 7QH