Hemoglobin (LABCORP)

Test Code
99901000143


Alias/See Also
LAB291: Hemoglobin | LABCORP EAP: 005041


CPT Codes
85018x1

Preferred Specimen
LABCORP LAB: LAVENDER TOP-EDTA (Room Temperature) Min Vol: 1


Transport Temperature
Specimen: Whole blood Volume: Tube fill capacity Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL (500 µL for pediatric microtainer capillary tubes; fill tube to capacity.) Container: Lavender-top (EDTA) tube Collection: Invert tube 8 to 10 times immediately after tube is filled at the time of collection. Storage Instructions: Maintain specimen at room temperature


Report Available
LABCORP LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min



Last Updated: March 6, 2023


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