Immunoglobulin and serum protein electrophoresis requesting is changing on 8 July 2026. Clinicians can now request immunoglobulins only or immunoglobulins and electrophoresis. This change will enable doctors to more effectively request the tests that are clinically indicated and streamline laboratory testing, delivering improved turnaround times for these tests. This change will apply to Epsom & St Helier Hospitals and their associated GPs initially, and will then be rolled out to all service users in south west London.
Red Cell Immunohaematology
| Category | Blood Transfusion |
|---|---|
| Turnaround time | 5 Working Days |
Collection conditions
Discuss with laboratory
Additional information
Discuss with the laboratory
2 x 6ml EDTA unless stated otherwise
This test is performed at a referral laboratory
RCI Request Form 1A Required
The following tests are offered:
- Allo and Autoantibody investigations
- Autoimmune haemolytic anaemia
- Haemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN)
- Haemolytic transfusion reactions
- IgA deficiency
Limited shelf life
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