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Test Code LAB90 Hemoglobin A1C (Glycohemoglobin)

Performing Lab

Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Ordering Recommendations

Evaluating the long-term control of blood glucose concentrations in diabetic patients.

Diagnosing diabetes.

Identifying patients at increased risk for diabetes (prediabetes).

Collect

Whole Blood

Collection Device

EDTA Lavender Top Tube

Specimen Volume

3 mL

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Room Temp 24 Hours
Refrigerated 7 Days

Storage/Transport Temperature

Room Temp, Refrigerated

Minimum Requirements

1 mL

Methodology

HPLC

Synonyms

Glyco;A1C

Start Date

9/13/2017

Last Review Date

TBD

Performed

Hemoglobin A1C is a batched test performed Monday through Fridays.

Specimen Handling

Room Temp, Refrigerated

Remarks

Hemoglobin A1C is a batched test performed Monday through Fridays.