Synonyms
HGB A1C; HGBA1C; Glyco HGB; Glycated HGB; Glycosylated Hemoglobin
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB90
Lab Test Days
Monday and Thursday, Day Shift Only
Standard TAT
4 Hours
Stat TAT
1 Hour
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=3 Days; Refrigerated=3 Days; Frozen=Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Clotted
Test Volume Required
1 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
DO NOT SPIN. Deliver directly to chemistry on Monday and Thursday, Day Shift Only. Any other time, place specimens in the refrigerator.
CPT Codes
83036
Revised
07-07-21
Initials
DM