Test Code HBELC Hemoglobin Electrophoresis Cascade
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 4.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in an EDTA Lavender top tube and send whole blood refrigerated.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 7 days
Performed Test Frequency
Weekdays
Methodology
HPLC|Capillary Electrophoresis
CPT(s)
83020
Cerner Order Code
HGBE
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Acceptable: Lavender
Rejection
Rejection criteria: Clotted specimens, RM Temp or Frozen specimens.
Performing Location
Warde Medical Laboratory, Ann Arbor, MI.
Turnaround Time
1 - 3 Days