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Lab Test Dictionary

HAM’S Test


Synonyms

Acid Hemolysis, Sugar Water Test

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano


Lab Test Days

Daily

Standard TAT

2-3 days

Stat TAT

NA


Collection Information

Specimen Required

5.0 ml Blood

Container Type

Lavender (EDTA)


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK

Test Volume Required

5.0 ml Whole Blood

Minimum Test Volume

1.0 ml Whole Blood

Processing Instructions

Send whole blood in Lavender top tube covered in gauze to prevent tube breakage. DDO NOT CENTRIFUGE! Refrigerate


CPT Codes

85475