93906-6
LaboratoryABO and Rh group [Type] in Blood--during infancy
Definition
During the first 4-6 months of life reverse grouping on infants may reflect maternal antibodies and it may take several months for newborns to develop their own antibodies against the A and B antigens not present on their own cells. Because of this, blood typing of infants often involves only forward grouping. In some jurisdictions, legislation dictates confirmation of blood grouping after a certain age (6 months in France).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
ABO & Rh group^during infancy
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
BLDBK
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
ABO + Rh infant Bld
Display Name
ABO and Rh group during infancy (Bld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 93906-6?
LOINC code 93906-6 identifies "ABO and Rh group [Type] in Blood--during infancy". During the first 4-6 months of life reverse grouping on infants may reflect maternal antibodies and it may take several months for newborns to develop their own antibodies against the A and B antigens not present on their own cells. Because of this, blood typing of infants often involves only forward grouping. In some jurisdictions, legislation dictates confirmation of blood grouping after a certain age (6 months in France).
What does 93906-6 measure?
This code measures ABO & Rh group^during infancy in Bld. It belongs to the BLDBK class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.