| Hemoglobin A1C Quantitation (8000100013) | |
|---|---|
| Test Mnemonic: | HGBA1C |
| Specimen Requirements: | |
| Collection: | Routine venipuncture. EDTA (Lavender-top tube). |
| Storage/Transport: | Handle and store specimens in stoppered containers to avoid contamination and evaporation. |
| Stability: | Room temperature for ≤ 3 days, Refrigerated for ≤3 days |
| Causes for Rejection: | Incomplete and/or incorrect sample identification, improper storage/transport , Specimen clotted or clotted in wrong tube |
| Reference Range: | |
| Turnaround Time: | Routine: 8 hours; STAT: 1 hour |
| Methodology: | Turbidimetric |
| Performed: | Clinical Chemistry |
| CPT 4 Code: | 83036 |
| When ordering tests for which Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement will be sought, physicians should only order tests that are medically necessary for the diagnosis or treatment of the patient. Components of the organ or disease panels may be ordered individually. The diagnostic information must substantiate all tests ordered and must be in the form of an ICD-10 code or its verbal equivalent. | |