HGB
Hemoglobin, Blood
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2179
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Preferred Volume:
4 mL
Minimum Volume:
2 mL
Collection Procedure:
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
CPT Codes:
85018 - Hemoglobin (EAP 30013080)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Reference Ranges:
Males:
13.0 - 17.0
g/dL
Females:
12.0 - 15.0
g/dL
Critical values:
Obstetric patients:
< 7.5
g/dL
All others:
< 6.0
g/dL