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