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Unstable Hb's

EDTA

TestUnstable Hb's
Common Abbreviations
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Clinical Indicationunstable haemoglobins refers to both alpha and beta-chain. Haemoglobin variants that can cause clinically recognisable haemolysis.
Specimen TypeBlood
Sample TypeEDTA
Minimum Volume1 x 3 mL (adult) 2 x 0.5 mL (paed) (can be shared with a FBC sample)
Special PrecautionsDiscuss with Haematology Lab prior to sample collection.
StabilityFresh sample only
Turnaround Time24 hours
LaboratoryYork Hospital
Reference Interval
LimitationsNone stated
Additional Information
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