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Hemoglobin A1c : 496

Test Code
HGBA1C or 496


Alias/See Also
A1c,HA1c,Hgb A1c


CPT Codes
83036

Transport Container
Preferred Specimen
1 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
  
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Transport Temperature
Room temperature.


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days; Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: 6 months


Methodology
Enzymatic

Setup Schedule
Sunday -Saturday


Report Available
1 day


Reference Range
<5.7% of total hemoglobin


Clinical Significance
To assist with control of blood glucose levels, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) has recommended glycated hemoglobin testing *HbA1c) twice a year for patients with stable glycemia, and quarterly for patients with poor glucose control.  Interpretative ranges are based on ADA guidelines.


Performing Laboratory
med fusion



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.