Hemoglobin, Plasma
Abbrev Code: | PHGB | ||
Order Code: | LAB92 | Order Name: | Hemoglobin Plasma |
Synonyms: | Free Hemoglobin; Plasma Hemoglobin | ||
Methodology: | Photometric | ||
CPT Codes: | 83051 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 1 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.6 mL |
Container: | Green (lithium heparin, gel) Alternate Containers: Green (lithium heparin, no gel), Green (lithium heparin) on ICE, Green (sodium heparin, no gel) |
Causes for Rejection: | Moderately icteric specimen. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 0.5 mL, 0.2 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Chemistry (CSC Mpls, UMMC East Bank, UMMC/UMMCH-West Bank) |
Interpretive
Reference Range: | Less than 30 mg/dL |
Use: | Detect hemolysis. |
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