Coomb’s Test (Direct) (DCT)
4.6 (5 reviews)A blood test used to detect antibodies or complement proteins attached to red blood cells.
₹299.00 ₹700.00
Test Details
Also Known As
Direct Coombs Test, Direct Antiglobulin Test (DAT), DCT Test, Immune Hemolysis Test, RBC Antibody Binding Test
Sample Type
Blood
Gender
Male, Female
Age Group
All Ages
Categories
Pathology
Test Code
WB-ED TA (3 ml)
The Coomb’s Test (Direct), also known as the Direct Antiglobulin Test (DAT), identifies antibodies or complement components that are bound directly to the surface of red blood cells. This test is essential for diagnosing immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, transfusion reactions, and hemolytic disease of the newborn. A positive result indicates immune destruction of red blood cells, helping clinicians determine the cause of anemia or jaundice and guide appropriate treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It detects immune-mediated destruction of red blood cells.
Hemolytic anemia, transfusion reactions, and newborn jaundice.
DCT detects antibodies on RBCs, while ICT detects antibodies in serum.
Fasting is not required.
It indicates antibodies or complement attached to red blood cells.
Yes, it is commonly used to diagnose hemolytic disease in newborns.
