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Test Code HGB ELM Hemoglobin, Whole Blood

Specimen Collection Requirements

Hemoglobin (HGB), Whole Blood

Dept: Hematology
SPECIMEN COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS
Collection Container:

Lavender (EDTA)

Specimen: Whole Blood
Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
Specimen Volume: Preferred Volume: 3 mL; Minimum Volume: 1 mL
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Performed: Monday - Saturday
Reported: Same Day
Methodology: Direct Current; Radiofrequency
CPT: 85018
LOINC: 718-7
Stability: Room Temperature: 3 Days; Refrigerated: 3 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Range:

Adult Ranges: Males: 13.0-17.5 g/dL Females: 11.5-16.0 g/dL