PL HGB
Plasma Free Hemoglobin - Study Patients Only
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3288
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
The patient should not exercise just prior to the venipuncture.
Container Type:
Green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Plasma
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.1 mL
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and separate the plasma from the cells immediately following collection.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 6 days
Refrigerated - 6 days
Room temperature - 6 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Hemolyzed, very icteric or lipemic specimens will be rejected.
Non-heparinized plasma samples will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
83051 - Hemoglobin Plasma Free - RUO (EAP 30020934)
Method:
Based on the catalytic action of hemoglobin on the oxidation of TMB by hydrogen peroxide; rate measured by spectrophotometry
Reference Ranges:
<5 mg/dL (if conditions are optimal). Values obtained between 5-15 mg/dL should be interpreted with caution since such variables as suboptimal venipuncture may increase results to this range.
Notes:
Research Use Only