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SICKLE CELL SCREEN

Message
Note: Test only available for eye injuries from Eye Clinic or ED, otherwise order Hgb Electrophoresis.


Test Code
LAB339


CPT Codes
85660

Preferred Specimen
Lavender top tube


Minimum Volume
2.0 mL


Instructions
Invert tube immediately and gently mix blood with anticoagulant


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Solubility

Setup Schedule
Set Up:Daily Report Available:1 day


Reference Range
Negative


Clinical Significance
Solubility tests differentiate between sickling and non-sickling hemoglobin but do not identify the hemoglobin type. Hemoglobin types can be further differentiated by electrophoresis.


Performing Laboratory
GBMC Hematology



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.