Catalog ID HGB ID Hemoglobin Identification
CPOE Test Name
Hemoglobin Electropheresis Screen; Hemoglobin Chromatography
Epic EAP Test Code
LAB2278
Synonyms
Hemoglobin Evaluation
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Requirements
Lavendar Top (EDTA) tube; 2.0 mL blood
Causes for Rejection
Clotted specimen; insufficient quantity; improper labeling; wrong tube
Turn Around Time
24 hours to 72 hours (batch testing when possible)
CPT / HCPCS Code
83021
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory BI 2023 721-2120
Storage and Transport
Refrigerate
Reference Range
Normal adults are A/A2