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FETAL HEMOGLOBIN QUANTITATION (089-3191) Synonyms: Hgb-F; %F; HEMOGLOBIN F, QUANTITATION CPT 4 Code: 83030 Test Order Mnemonic: HGBF Applies To: Quantitative measurement of Hemoglobin F Request Form: Hematology B Patient Preparation: If patient is to receive RBC transfusion, collect before transfusion. Collection: Routine venipuncture Storage Instructions: If not transported to lab 0-2 hours after collection, store in refrigerator. Causes for Rejection: Collected in wrong tube, clotted, identification error. Availability: Samples are accepted 24 hours per day at Sample Management, 5.136 McCullough. Turnaround Time: Routine: 24-48 hours; Monday-Friday. Specimen: Blood Minimum Volume: Pediatric: 1-3 ml; Adults: 5-10 ml Container: Heparin (Green-top tube) preferred; EDTA (Lavender-top tube) accepted. Reference Ranges: ≤1.5% Test Method: Alkali denaturation, HPLC Interfering Substances: Clotted specimen, transfusion Reviewed 7/11/08 E. McLucas, MT(ASCP) |
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