Hemoglobin A1c
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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: T02 - Lavender 4mL Blood Tube
Preferred Specimen: Whole Blood
Preferred Volume: 4mL
Collection Instructions: If multiple draw, 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.
The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed.
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