Coombs Test (direct)

LABOKLIN Service ID: 180


The test is used to detect immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia (IMHA).

Material

EDTA blood 0.5 ml

Method

Agglutination

Species list

Dog, cat

Duration

Reporting of results on the day the sample is received (Mon–Sat)

Remark

  • Positive reactions can also occur if there is an infection with haemotropic pathogens.
  • A negative Coombs test does not rule out IMHA.
  • Horse: If IMHA is suspected, a test for anti-erythrocyte antibodies should be performed using flow cytometry