Synonyms
BCB for Hgb H
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
UCSF Benioff CH Oakland & Research Center
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
3 Weeks
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2.5-5 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Collect Monday-Thursday 0730-1200 only, no weekends or holidays.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis
Test Volume Required
5 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
2.5 Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Complete a UCSF Benioff CH & Research Center Hemoglobinopathy Reference Lab requisition and submit with specimen refrigerated. Avoid whole blood specimen having direct contact to ice pack. Do not freeze whole blood. Ship Monday-Thursday only, no weekends or holidays.
CPT Codes
83068
Revised
06-17-19
Initials
SL