Methodology
High Perormance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Synonyms
Hemoglobin F
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnsotics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB00973
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Standard TAT
3-5 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-5 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Blood transfusions within the last 4 months may affect results. If a CBC is also ordered, submit a separate EDTA (lavender-top) tube.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 14 Days
Test Volume Required
5 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
2 mL Whole Blood
CPT Codes
83021