Red Cell Reference Laboratory

Abbreviated Postnatal Profile (Mother or Baby)

• Transaction Code: 3102-00
• CPT Code (Suggested): 86901

Rh type of mother and infant are determined (including weak D test). If mother is Rh negative and infant is Rh positive, a fetal bleed screen is performed. This test is recommended as routine testing for uncomplicated pregnancies (Rh positive or Rh negative). If hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN) is suspected, see Extended Postnatal Profile.

• Sample Required: For mother: 7 ml EDTA. For baby: prefer EDTA, 7 ml cord sample or 1-2 microtainers peripheral (prefer EDTA).
• Normal Test Values: See individual tests
• Analytic Time: 24 hours if weekday; 48 hours if weekend
• Days Test is Set Up: Monday through Sunday