Hemoglobin Electrophoresis

Test Code: TD_2720

CPT Code(s): 83020

$24

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Electrophoresis, hemoglobin

Test Includes

Hemoglobin Electrophoresis

Methodology

Capillary electrophoresis

Rejection Criteria

Frozen samples
Hemolyzed samples
Samples collected with anticoagulants containing iodoacetate

Reference Range(s)

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

EDTA lavender top tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL whole blood

Sample Stability

2 days room temperature
7 days refrigerated
Note: stability of citrate acid hemoglobin electrophoresis is 5 days refrigerated. For samples that require confirmatory acid electrophoresis between 5 and 7 days, results will be reviewed by a pathologist for accuracy.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Fill EDTA tube and gently mix by inverting the tube 8-10 times. Refrigerate.

Alternative Specimen

N/A