RH Immune Globulin  (RHIG)
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Synonyms:
| Rh Immune Globulin, IM injection |
Specimen: | N/A; Need patient's Rh Blood Type. |
Volume: | N/A |
Minimum Volume: | N/A |
Collection: | Injection administered at 28 weeks gestation and within 72 hours following delivery if indicated.
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Rejection Criteria: | Not for Rh positive patients |
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Test Use: | To prevent alloimmunization of Rh Negative mothers who deliver Rh Positive infants. |
Additional Information: | Refer to manufacturers package insert for specific details. |
Testing Includes: | Issuing RHIG for injection to antenatal (28 weeks gestation) and post partum Rh Negative maternal patient delivering Rh positive infant |
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