Coombs test

Coombs test

(kūmz),

a test for antibodies, the so-called anti-human globulin test using either the direct or indirect Coombs tests.

Synonym(s): antiglobulin test

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Coombs test

(kūmz test)

A procedure for measuring antibodies, the so-called anti-human globulin test, using either the direct or indirect Coombs tests.

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Coombs,

Robin R.A., English veterinarian and immunologist, 1921–.

Coombs serum - serum from a rabbit or other animal previously immunized with purified human globulin to prepare antibodies directed against IgG and complement. Synonym(s): antihuman globulin

Coombs test - a test for antibodies, the so-called antihuman globulin test, using either the direct or indirect Coombs tests. Synonym(s): antiglobulin test

direct Coombs test - a test for detecting sensitized erythrocytes in erythroblastosis fetalis and in cases of acquired immune hemolytic anemia.

Gell and Coombs reaction - see under Gell

indirect Coombs test - a test routinely performed in cross-matching blood or in the investigation of transfusion reaction.

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