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Useful For
Quick non-genetic test for sickle hemoglobin- a variation that is associated with potentially severe health complications. Based on red blood cell changes in oxidative stress in vitro.
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Purple Top EDTA
Preferred Specimen
2 mL EDTA Whole Blood
Acceptable Specimens
EDTA Whole Blood
Reference or Target Ranges
Not defined for this assay
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold |
N/A |
| Icterus Threshold |
N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold |
N/A |
| Interfering Substances/Other |
Missing any of the following: Complete first and last name, Medical record number, Date and time of collection, or Name or initials of the person collecting the sample. |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient |
72 Hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) |
45 Days |
| Frozen(-70°C to -20°C) |
N/A |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed |
24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
24 hours |
| Stat Availability |
No |
| Performing Bench |
WCH Blood Bank |
| Methodology/Method Description |
Manual – Tube Method |
CPT Codes
85660