FETAL HEMOGLOBIN STAIN
Synonyms: | Fetal HGB Stain |
Computer Code: | (HBFS) |
Specimen Collection: | 2 mL blood (lavender top tube) or EDTA microtainer with minimum 500 µl blood. |
Minimum Volume: | 0.5 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Refrigerate. Transport within 24 hours. |
Reference Values: | <1.0% of fetal hemoglobin |
Lab Code: | Hematology |
Requisition: | C/H |
Test Frequency: | 3/week |
Routine TAT: | NA |
Stat TAT: | contact lab |
CPT Code(s): | 85460 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |