Hemoglobin

Hgb
TEST CODE
300270
CPT
85018
Expected
Turnaround Time
Within 1 Day
Patient Preparation
-
Lab Charge
$5.93

Specimen Requirements

Specimen
EDTA Whole Blood
Volume
3.0 mL / 1.0 mL min
Container
Lavender-Top (EDTA) Tube
Preparation
Draw blood in Lavender-Top (EDTA) Tube. Invert tube 8 - 10 times immediately after draw.
Stability
Refrigerated, 2 Days
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated

Test Details

Methodology
Rejection Criteria
Received after 1 days room temp or 2 days refrigerated. Whole Blood clotted. Hemolyzed sample. Improper labeling. Incorrect collection container. Underfilled tube.

Test Components

Test Code
Test Name
LOINC
300270
Hemoglobin
718-7

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