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HelpTest Code LAB89 Haptoglobin
Clinical System Name
Haptoglobin
Synonyms
Hapto
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Gold Microtainer, Red, Lt Green/Mint Top Lithium Heparin, Lt Green/Lithium Heparin Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2-8 C
Storage location: CPA refrigerator, FrigA rack.
Off-site collection: Spin and aliquot 0.5mL serum in plastic tube. Send refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| gel separator with serum | Refrigerated | 2 h |
| separated serum | Room temp | 24 h |
| Refrigerated | 7 d | |
| Frozen -20 C | 1 m |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M-F, day shift | 1-3 d |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Chemistry
Location: Chem East
Phone Number: (206) 987-2617
Methodology
Method: Ortho Vitros 4600
Analytical Volume: 0.4 mL serum (absolute minimum is 0.250 mL serum)
Limitations: Test is affected by repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Hemolysis can falsely lower the haptoglobin result.
Reference Range
| Age | mg/dL |
|---|---|
| 0 - 2 weeks | 0 - 20 |
| >2 weeks | 30 - 200 |
CPT Codes
83010