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HelpTest Code LAB3144 Hemoglobin Variant Quantitation
Clinical System Name
Hemoglobin Variant Quantitation
Synonyms
% S
%hgb S
%S
Hb S
HBSQH
Hemoglobin S
Hgb S
Percent S
Quantitative S
Sickle
Sickle Cell
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Lavender/EDTA, Lavender/EDTA Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 3.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.5 mL
Note: Macro sample preferred
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: 2 - 4 C
Storage Location: Refrigerate whole blood in CPA 3 refrigerator Send Outs rack.
Off-site collection:
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood | Room temp | 2 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Frozen | N |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M - F | 1 - 2 d |
Performing Laboratory
Harborview Medical Center
325 9th Ave, Room GWH47
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone Number: (206) 744-3451
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
83021
Methodology
Method: High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Analytical Volume: 1.5 mL Whole Blood
Limitations:
Reference Range
See individual components.
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Hemoglobin Variant Quant |
| Reference Test Number: | HBQVAR |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday with the UW courier. |