42550:GLYCOHEMOGLOBIN (HgbA1C)

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42550:GLYCOHEMOGLOBIN (HgbA1C)
Alias Names: A1c / Hemoglobin A1C / HbA1C
Methodology: High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Edit Date: 6/11/2010
Performed: Daily
Released: Same day as tested
CPT Code: 83036
Specimen Collection Details
Collection: One 4 mL lavender top tube (EDTA).
Handling: Submit as whole blood.
Stability: 7 days refrigerated or 90 days frozen.
Standard Volume: 2 mL whole blood.
Minimum Volume: 1 mL whole blood.
Transport: Refrigerated, or frozen on dry ice.
Rejection Criteria:
MEDICARE MAY REQUIRE A SIGNED ADVANCE BENEFICIARY NOTICE (ABN) FOR THIS TEST

4.0-6.0% HbA1C

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