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Hemoglobin, Blood

Test Code
HGB


CPT Codes
85018

Instructions
Draw a full, lavender-top (EDTA) tube and send EDTA whole blood.


Transport Container
Lavender Top (EDTA) Tube


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted blood is not acceptable


Methodology
Coulter Impedance

Reference Range
male 14-18 g/dL female 12-16 g/dL


Clinical Significance
Useful for determining blood loss or need for transfusion.




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.