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HelpTest Code A1C Hemoglobin A1c, Blood
Methodology
High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s), and send 1 mL (pediatric: 0.2 mL) of EDTA whole blood refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
|
Whole blood, EDTA |
Refrigerated |
7 days |
Reference Values
4.0 % -5.6 %
The following HbA1c ranges recommended by the American Diabetic Association may be used as aid in the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.
HbA1c% Suggested Diagnosis
≥6.5 Diabetic
5.7-6.4 Pre-Diabetic
<5.7 Non-Diabetic
In diabetic patients, the following HbA1c ranges may be used for interpretation of results:
HbA1c% Glycemic Goal
<8.0 Less Stringent Goal
<7.0 General Goal
<6.5 More Stringent Goal
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
NA |
|
Lipemia |
NA |
|
Icterus |
NA |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Saturday
CPT Coding
83036
Secondary ID
HHA1261
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| Hemoglobin A1c |
4548-4 |