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Hemoglobin S, Screen, Blood
Test CodeSICKLE - NCMC
CPT Codes
85660
Preferred Specimen
4.5 mL whole blood from Purple EDTA
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerate | 45 days |
Methodology
Hemoglobin S Solubility
Setup Schedule
Monday through Friday, and once per weekend
Reference Range
Negative
Positive - It is recommended that confimratory testing be performed following positive screen results.
Positive - It is recommended that confimratory testing be performed following positive screen results.
Clinical Significance
Sickle Cell Screen is a screening test to determine the presence of sickling hemoglobins (e.g. hemoglobin-S, hemoglobin -C). individuals with Hb-S may be at risk of crisis when exposed to prolonged anoxia which may occur during surgery, athletic or high-altitude conditions.
Performing Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory