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Hemoglobin and Hematocrit
Test CodeHGBHCT
Preferred Specimen
EDTA Lavender Top Tube
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
NONE
Transport Container
Biohazard Bag
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
All hematology specimens are processed and stored at room temperature for 48 hours.
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolyzed specimens, anticoagulated specimens with clots, contaminated specimens, and specimens incorrectly labeled.
Setup Schedule
Performed on all shifts, everyday.
Report Available
Hemoglobin - <8.0 - >22.0 (0-1 month), <8.0 - >18.0 (1 month-12 years), <6.0 - >20.0 (greater than 12 years. Hematocrit - <24.0 - >66.0 (0-month), <24.0 - >54.0 (1 month - 12 years), <20.0 - >60.0 (greater than 12 years).
Limitations
All Baptist Health Facilities
Last Updated: August 31, 2017
