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0020058
Hemoglobin, Plasma
HGBP
Ordering Recommendation
• Identify increased concentration, which is indicative of acute intravascular destruction of erythrocytes.
• Not of clinical value in the diagnosis of chronic hemolytic disorders.
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York state approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Green (sodium or lithium heparin).
Specimen Preparation
Separate plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection (delayed separation from cells will elevate plasma hemoglobin). Transfer 2 mL plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.7 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions
EDTA or citrated plasma.
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Quantitative Spectrophotometry
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
1-3 days
Reference Interval
0.0-9.7 mg/dL
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
Standard
Note
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
83051
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 0020058 | Hemoglobin, Plasma | 721-1 |
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Aliases
- Free Hemoglobin
Hemoglobin, Plasma
