Hemoglobin

Label Mnemonic:	PLHB
Epic code:	LAB663
Order form:	Laboratory Requisition
Supply order:	Supply Order Form
Billing:	Billing Policies
CPT code:	83051

Specimen(s):

Plasma, Free

Collection Medium:

Plasma Separator Tube 4.5 mL

Alternate Collection Media:

Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.

Minimum:

3 mL whole blood in light green top tube or ONE Microtainer^®.

Testing Schedule:

24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

Turn Around Time:

1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)

Reference Range:

0-5 mg/dL

Comments:

Draw with syringe and large bore needle (20g or larger). Fill tube gently with needle and stopper removed.

Methodology:

Spectrophotometric

Instructions:

Separate plasma from cells ASAP. Draw with syringe and large bore needle (20g or larger). Fill tube gently with needle and stopper removed.

Sample Processing:

Centrifuge at a speed and time necessary to get barrier separation of plasma/serum and cells.
Each sample must be labeled with at least TWO full patient identifiers (First/Last Name & DOB are sufficient for non-UIHC affiliated clients) to avoid sample rejection/delays.

Sample Storage:

Refrigerate.
All sample storage requirements are intended for delivery to UIHC within 24 hours of collection for testing. If samples won't arrive in this time period, please call the UIHC Core Lab for alternative storage/shipping instructions (319-356-3527).

Transport Instructions:

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