Hemoglobin S, Quantitative by HPLC, Whole Blood

Hemoglobin S, Quantitative by HPLC

Order Code:	HBS
Order Form:	Laboratory Requisition

Specimen:

Whole Blood

Collection Medium:

Lavender top tube 3 mL (EDTA)

Minimum:

Full draw; 3.0 mL lavender top; (or fingerstick)

Testing Schedule:

Testing is performed on Wednesday only; sample should be in the lab by Tuesday. Results reported on Thursday.

Analytic Time:

3 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)

Reference Range:

Methodology:

High Pressure Liquid Chromatography

Sample Processing:

Submit whole blood in original container.

Sample Storage:

Refrigerate.

Transport Instructions:

Place specimen into zip-lock type bag, seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.

CPT Code:

83021