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HEMOGLOBIN/HEMATOCRIT

Test Code
HH


Alias/See Also
H&H


CPT Codes
85018, 85014

Includes
HGB, HCT, MCV


Preferred Specimen
Lavender Tube (EDTA)


Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
Gently mix by inversion.


Transport Container
LAVENDER Tube
 


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 48 hours


Methodology
Pulse Measurement technology, Hydrodynamic Focusing, RF (Radio-Frequency) detection, and DC (Direct Current) detection

Setup Schedule
DAILY, as received


Report Available
STAT: <60 minutes
Routine: <4 hours


Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hospital 
Holy Cross Hospital
 



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.