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Sickle Cell Screen
Test Code:
TD_3520
CPT Code(s):
85660
$15
Test Details
Alternative Name(s)
Sickledex
Test Includes
Sickle Cell Screen
Methodology
Sodium hydrosulfite sickle solubility with flocculation detection.
Note: Hemoglobin must exceed 15% for consistent detection by this methodology.
Rejection Criteria
Clotted samples
Reference Range(s)
Negative
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Specimen
EDTA Lavender Top Tube
Minimum Volume
2 mL Whole Blood
Sample Stability
1 day room temperature
2 weeks refrigerated
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Collection Instructions
Collect 5 mL EDTA whole blood. Refrigerate.
Alternative Specimen
N/A