COOMBS TEST: WHAT DOES THE RESULT MEAN? - DIAGNOSTIC EXAMS

What is the indirect and direct coombs test



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The coombs test is a type of blood test that evaluates the presence of specific antibodies that attack red blood cells, causing them to be destroyed and may lead to the onset of a type of anemia known as hemolytic. There are two main types of this exam, which include: Direct Coombs test : directly evaluates red blood cells, checking for antibodies to the red blood cell, and whether these antibodies are derived from the person's own immune system or received by transfusion