Test Code HGBEL Hemoglobin Electrophoresis, Whole Blood
Performing Laboratory
ChristianaCare-Newark Campus
Methodology
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Capillary Electrophoresis
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: 4.0-mL lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Specimen: Full tube
Collection Instructions:
Note: Label tube with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, date and time of draw, collector’s initials, and type of specimen.
Reference Values
Hemoglobin A: 95-98%
Hemoglobin F: 0.0-2.0%
Hemoglobin A2: 2.0-3.5%
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Routine Turnaround Time: not available
STAT Turnaround Time: not available