Test Code HEMA1C HEMOGLOBIN A1C, GLYCOHEMOGLOB
Performing Location
Collection Container
Purtple Top EDTA Lavendar vacutainer
Specimen Required/Volume
3.0 mL
Specimen Type
whole blood
Turn-Around Guidelines
Monday - Friday
Day shift only - upon arrival
Reference Values
5.2 - 6.4 %
ADA Guidelines: < 7% Received Goal
7 - % Suboptimal
> 8 % Further action suggested
Method
VITROS5600-Immunoturbidimetric
CPT
83036
LOINC
4548-4
Special Handling
Refrigerate immediately.