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HelpTest Code HGELA Hemoglobin Electrophoresis, Acid
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Epic EAP: LAB2435
Epic Description: ACID HEMOGLOBIN ELECTROPHORESIS
Synonym
Electrophoresis, Hemoglobin-Citrate Agar
Hemoglobin Electrophoresis-Citrate Agar
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 / week
Routine Turnaround Time
Approx. one week
CSR Storage Requirements
Do Not Centrifuge. Deliver to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
83020