Hemoglobinopathy Evaluation without Hemogram

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Please note: If only normal hemoglobins are detected, the results will be reported within 24 hours. However, if any abnormal hemoglobins are present that require additional testing, turn-around time may take as long as 5 days. Specimens for Hemoglobin by Capillary Electrophoresis are stable for 7 days at refrigerator temperature. However, if a Hemogram is needed for accurate interpretation, the Hemogram portion is only stable for 3 days from the time of collection at refrigerator temperature. Metho Dology: Electronic Sizing and Counting/Cytometry, Capillary Electrophoresis, Solubility followed by, if necessary High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Test Code

LAB3156 HGBEH

Alias/See Also

HGBEH

CPT Codes
83020

Includes

@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@

Instructions

Minimum Testing Volume: 1 mL Whole Blood Transport Temperature: Room Temperature Stability: Ambient: 72 HoursRefrigerated : 7 DaysFrozen: N/A Causes for Rejection: Hemolysis; Clotted

Report Available

7-Days

Clinical Significance

1230170803

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

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