Centralized Core Laboratory - :
Hematology
Tube Type:
Purple top (EDTA) tube: Whole Blood
Collection Volume:
2.0 mL (minimum 0.3 mL in BD Microtainer)
Cause for Rejection:
Specimen clotted, hemolyzed, or diluted with IV fluid; specimen from a patient younger than 6 months old.
Availability:
Daily, 24 hours; STAT
Methodology:
Sickle-Sol (hemoglobin solubility)
Additional Info:
Reference range: Negative
Synonyms:
Sickle Cell; Sickledex
Test ID/Workstation :
SICK
Tube Type:
Purple top (EDTA) tube: Whole Blood
Collection Volume:
2.0 mL (minimum 0.3 mL in BD Microtainer)
Cause for Rejection:
Specimen clotted, hemolyzed, or diluted with IV fluid; specimen from a patient younger than 6 months old.
Availability:
Daily, 24 hours; STAT
Methodology:
Sickle-Sol (hemoglobin solubility)
Additional Info:
Reference range: Negative
Synonyms:
Sickle Cell; Sickledex