Test Code HGBS Hemoglobin S Quantitation by Electrophoresis
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB2580
Epic Description: HEMOGLOBIN S QUANTITATION BY ELECTROPHORESIS
Synonym
%S
HGB S Quantitation
HGB S %
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
---|---|---|---|
Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
Preferred Micropuncture | Lavender Micro, EDTA | 3 X 0.5 mL | 2 X 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Do not centrifuge. Transport whole blood refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 1.0 mL
Performing Lab
Special Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
Once or Twice/Week
Routine Turnaround Time
3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Do not centrifuge. Deliver to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
83020