20152:HEMOGLOBIN
Author PeaceHealth Laboratories
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Alias Names: |
Hgb / Hg |
Methodology: |
Automated Hematology Analyzer |
Edit Date: |
7/13/2009 |
Performed: |
Daily |
Released: |
Same day as tested |
CPT Code: |
85018 |
Specimen Collection Details |
Collection: |
One 4 mL lavender top tube (EDTA). Fill tube at least 1/3 full. |
Handling: |
Refrigerate. Send to laboratory same day. |
Stability: |
48 hours refrigerated. |
Standard Volume: |
4 mL EDTA whole blood |
Minimum Volume: |
0.5 mL EDTA whole blood in a 1.0 mL microcollection tube. |
Transport: |
Refrigerated. |
Rejection Criteria: |
Clotted or frozen specimen; marked hemolysis. |