Test Code SICKLE Hemoglobin S, Screen, Blood
Methodology
Hemoglobin S Solubility
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s), and send 5 mL of EDTA whole blood refrigerated. Specimen cannot be frozen.
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
NA |
|
Lipemia |
NA |
|
Icterus |
NA |
Reference Values
Negative (reported as positive or negative)
Precautions: The procedure does not
distinguish hemoglobin S trait from homozygous sickle cell disease
nor any of the following combinations: S/C, S/D, S/G, S/E,
S/thalassemia, S/O-Arab, and C/Georgetown trait.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
85660
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
Secondary ID
HHA1426
LOINC Coding
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Hemoglobin S, Screen, Blood |
6864-3 |
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
|
Whole blood, EDTA |
RT |
24 hrs |
|
Refrigerated |
72 hrs |