FREE HEMOGLOBIN
| Synonyms: | Hemoglobin (Hgb), Free, Plasma; Plasma Free Hemoglobin; Hb Solubility |
| Computer Code: | (RFHP) |
| Specimen Collection: | 4 mL blood (sodium heparin green top tube). Call Special Chemistry Lab for collection requirements. Send to Special Chemistry immediately. |
| Minimum Volume: | 2 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Centrifuge immediately, remove plasma, freeze immediately. Min 0.1 mL plasma. |
| Reference Values: | See reference laboratory report. |
| Lab Code: | Send Out |
| Requisition: | SPEC C |
| Test Frequency: | NA |
| Routine TAT: | 7 days |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 83051 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |