Sickle Cell Screen
| Label Mnemonic: | SS |
| Epic code: | LAB339 |
| Order form: | Laboratory Requisition |
| Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
| Billing: | Billing Policies |
| CPT code: | 85660 |
Specimen(s):
Blood
Collection Medium:
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| Lavender top tube 3 mL (EDTA) |
Minimum:
Full draw; 3.0 mL lavender top; (or fingerstick)
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around Time:
3 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)
Reference Range:
Negative (positive in SS, SA, SC and other rare genotypes)
Comments:
Ambiguous results may occur if patient has been transfused in the
preceding 3 months.
Methodology:
Hemoglobin Solubility
Instructions:
Ambiguous results may occur if patient has been transfused in the
preceding 3 months.
Sample Processing:
Lavender tube is sent as whole blood, no processing necessary.
Sample Storage:
Refrigerate, 2-8°C.
Transport Instructions:
Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal
bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.