Catalog ID Hgb A1c Hemoglobin A1c
CPOE Test Name
Hemoglobin A1c
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Specimen Requirements
4 mL blood in Lavendar top (EDTA) tube
Causes for Rejection
Improper tube; improper labeling; insufficient quantity; delay in transport
Reference Values
4.0 – 6.0%
Interpretation
A higher level of A1c indicates less control of glucose concentration.
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory, AD 3301, 706-721-2120
Turn Around Time
Routine: 2 – 4 hrs. Urgent/Emergent: 1 hr.
CPT / HCPCS Code
83036