Hemoglobin and Hematocrit
Test Code: HHX
CPT Code: 85014 001 85018 001
EPIC Code
LAB753
Order Alias 2
hgb; hct; 031088; HHB (BSM)
Specimen Type
EDTA Whole Blood
Pediatric Collection
500 uL (1 microtainer filled to top line)
Specimen Container
Lavender EDTA tube
Container Code
LAV
Volume
4 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Unacceptable Conditions
Clotted samples or those containing clots, fibrin strands, or platelet clumps.
Samples that are QNS.
Grossly hemolyzed samples.
Samples drawn above an IV line.
Samples that are QNS.
Grossly hemolyzed samples.
Samples drawn above an IV line.
Temperature
Room temperature if sent within 24 hours.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C if >24 hours.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C if >24 hours.
Stability
24 hours at room temperature.
36 hours refrigerated.
36 hours refrigerated.
Test Includes
HGB, HCT
Units
HGB (g/dL), HCT (%)
Place of Service
Bon Secours Richmond
LabCorp Test Code
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