Laboratory Testing

A light blue-top tube containing sodium citrate is typically used for a prothrombin time (PT) test, which is used to assess blood clotting function.

Allowing red cells to react with anti-sera for at least two minutes ensures that any potential reactions between the antibodies in the serum and the antigens on the red blood cells have had sufficient time to occur. This helps to accurately detect any possible blood group antibodies and antigens, leading to more reliable test results.

Fasting is not typically required for a basic metabolic panel, which measures levels of glucose, electrolytes, and kidney function markers in the blood. However, specific tests within the panel, such as glucose or lipid panel, may require fasting for accurate results. It is best to follow any fasting instructions provided by your healthcare provider.

High hypo in a blood test typically refers to elevated levels of hypoglycemia, which is low blood sugar. This can occur due to various reasons, including diabetes medications, fasting for a long period, or certain medical conditions. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and appropriate management.

Testing for Rh antigens and antibodies is done to determine the presence of the Rh factor in the blood, which is a separate system from the ABO blood group system. Rh testing is important for determining compatibility in blood transfusions and during pregnancy. ABO testing, on the other hand, evaluates the presence of A, B, AB, or O antigens on red blood cells to determine blood type.

The LDL test measures the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood. LDL cholesterol is known as "bad" cholesterol because it can contribute to the build-up of plaques in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

A creatinine level of 1.5 mg/dL in the blood is slightly elevated, but not considered high. Normal levels can vary depending on age, gender, and muscle mass. It is important to discuss your results with a healthcare provider for proper evaluation.

Light blue tube with sodium citrate additive is used for bleeding and coagulation studies as it helps to prevent blood from clotting by binding calcium.

A high level of protein in urine, known as proteinuria, is usually defined as levels above 150 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) in a 24-hour urine sample or above 30 milligrams per deciliter in a random urine sample. High levels of protein in urine can be indicative of kidney dysfunction or other underlying health conditions.

The color of the tube used for collecting a basic metabolic panel is typically green or lavender. Green-top tubes are used for plasma collection, while lavender-top tubes are used for whole blood collection containing an anticoagulant. Either tube can be used depending on the laboratory's preference.

Your momma is a either AB or B type. I'm not sure whether it is positive or negative though. I would assume positive.

O = i i genotype

A = Either Ia Ia or Ia i

B= either Ib Ib or Ib i

AB = Ia Ib

since you're father is ii, you HAVE to be Ib i.

Depends who you buy your red top tubes from, but mostly no.

A serum seperator tube (SST) is usually yellow or gold top, it has a lump of clear gel in the bottom. When spun this gel ends up between the serum and red blood cellsmaking it easier to seperate the serum.

A red top is generally a tube with nothing at all in it. So when spun you end up with serum and clotted red cells but nothing seperating them.

Most other colour tubes contain an anti coagulant preventing the blood from clotting so when spun you end up with plasma and red cells.

The important thing for most tests is the difference between serum and plasma, so a red top and an SST can generally be used for the same tests although SST is often prefered as its easier to work with.

you could but its not very smart:/ it may mess up the results unless you get it all out of your system b4 you take it:) hope i helped

The most common tube used to perform a sedimentation rate test is a lavender-top tube, which contains an anticoagulant called EDTA. This tube is used to collect whole blood for testing the rate at which red blood cells settle in a tube over a specific period of time.

Hematocrit levels indicate the percentage of red blood cells in the total blood volume. They are used to diagnose and monitor conditions such as anemia, polycythemia, and dehydration. Abnormal hematocrit levels can provide valuable information about a person's overall health and help guide further investigation and treatment.

It depends on the mothers genotype for the ABO system. Genotype is what happens at the gene level as her phenotype (what she expresses as a result of her genotype as a whole) is A.
Each parent donates one half of the child's genotype.


In the ABO system, A and B are co-dominant over O (O stands for Lack of Antigen).
Meaning if you have a genotype of A/O you will be A.


Below is a list of possible genotypes and their phenotypes (what the person's blood type will be)


Genotype Phenotype (Blood Type)
A/A A
A/B AB
A/O A
B/B B
B/O B
O/O O


The mother either has a genotype of A/O or A/A (one from each of her parents) if she has an A bloodtype.
Providing the father is definitely O,
If she is A/A, all of her children will be A (child's genotype is A/O)
If she is A/O, there is a 50% chance of her children being O (child's genotype - O/O) and 50% A (Genotype A/O)


The child be will be rhesus positive as their is only one locus for the gene and it is dominant.
(You can only become rhesus negative if both parents are Rhesus Negative.


Genotype Phenotype (Rhesus)
Pos/Pos Pos
Pos/Neg Pos
Neg/Neg Neg

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Myoglobin testing typically requires a red or gold/yellow-colored tube. These tubes contain a clot activator and gel separator to help with serum separation for accurate testing. Always follow the specific guidelines provided by the laboratory or healthcare provider.

This is a test that evaluates the level of fibrinogen in the blood. Fibrinogen is one of the major proteins in the blood involved in clotting. Elevated levels can indicate a systemic inflammatory problem, while low levels may indicate poor clotting or liver failure.

No, a positive and a positive make a positive

Typically, a purple or lavender-colored bottle top is used for blood tests to measure PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels. This color indicates that the tube contains an additive called EDTA, which helps preserve the sample for accurate testing. Always follow the specific instructions provided by the laboratory or healthcare provider.

Lavender (EDTA) tube is commonly used for reticulocyte count.

A red top tube containing no anticoagulant or a gel separator tube would be suitable for troponin testing.

Most often, fasting is not required for an urea electrolytes creatinine (UEC) blood test. However, it is always best to follow the specific instructions provided by your healthcare provider or the testing facility to ensure accurate results.

Yes, the creatinine level is tested in a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) to evaluate kidney function and overall health. Elevated levels of creatinine may indicate impaired kidney function.