Hemoglobin S Screen
Test Code: HGBS
CPT Code: 85660
Test Name
Hemoglobin S Screen
Epic Test Code
LAB2150
Alias
Sickle Cell Anemia Screen without Reflex; Sickledex
Specimen Type
One 1.0 mL (min: 0.5 mL) whole blood refrigerated
Specimen Container
One lavender (EDTA) 3.0 mL
Unacceptable Conditions
Clotted specimens
Methodology
Solubility
Schedule
Daily
Reporting Time
Final: 48 hours
Additional Information
Order Remarks: Testing will not be performed on infants <6 months old due to the high false negative rate caused by elevated levels of Hgb F. Hemoglobin Electrophoresis (LAB2149) is recommended if indicated.
All positive results will have the comment appended, follow up with Hemoglobin Electrophoresis (LAB2149) is recommended.
All positive results will have the comment appended, follow up with Hemoglobin Electrophoresis (LAB2149) is recommended.
Stability
Ambient: 1 Week / Refrigerated: 2 Weeks / Frozen: Unacceptable
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