Hemoglobin A1c
Test Code: 496
CPT Code: 83036
Alternative Name(s): A1c, HGBA1C, A1C Hemoglobin, Fast Hemoglobins, Glycosylated Hgb
Hemoglobin A1c w/MPG
Test Code: 8181
CPT Code: 83036
Alternative Name(s): A1c, HGBA1C, A1C Hemoglobin, Fast Hemoglobins, Glycosylated Hgb, A1c with mean blood glucose
Hemoglobin A1c w/eAG
Test Code: 16802
CPT Code: 83036
Alternative Name(s): A1c, HGBA1C, A1C Hemoglobin, Hgb, A1c with estimated average glucose
Methodology: Immunoturbidmetry
Reference Range(s): See Laboratory Report
Clinical Significance: Assesses long term diabetic control in Diabetes Mellitus
Supply: #T59 - Lavender 4mL Blood Tube
Preferred Specimen: Whole Blood
Preferred Volume: 4mL
Collection Instructions: If multiple draws, collect EDTA (Lavender-top) tube LAST.
Transport Container: EDTA Lavender-top 4mL tube
Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
Specimen Stability: Room Temperature: 7 days
Reject Criteria:
- Heparinized plasma
- Sodium Fluoride/Oxalate (gray top)
For additional test, supply, or collection device information, please contact DLO's Customer Service at (800) 891-2917, option 2.
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