Fetal Hgb Distribution (FHB) | | | |
EPIC Test Name
FETAL HGB DISTRIBUTIONEPIC Code
LAB8002Specimen Requirements
Whole Blood |
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Minimum Volume: | 2 mL |
Collection: | Make fresh fingerstick smears, or draw EDTA tube |
Transport: | Room temperature ASAP. |
Stability: | Refrigerated: 24 hours at 2-8 degrees C |
Container: | Lavender top (EDTA) |
Rejection Causes: | Clotted
Insufficent Sample Volume |
Notes: | Must be arranged with Special Testing |
Methods
Modification of the original method of Kleihauer and Betke by ShepardTurnaround Time
Specimen | Turnaround Time |
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Whole Blood | Testing is batched |
Reference Ranges
Modification of the original method of Kleihauer and Betke by Shepard
All Range |
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This test is performed in conjunction with hemoglobin electrophoresis and will be interpreted within that report. |
Clinical Indications
Distribution of Hb F among red blood cells. Useful in the dagnosis of hereditary persistence of fetal hemoglobin. This test is NOT used to determine fetomaternal hemorrhage.Contact Information
Special Testing: (315)464-4460