Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Use to determine percentage of hemoglobin F. For complete hemoglobin evaluation, order Hemoglobin Evaluation with Reflex to Electrophoresis and/or RBC Solubility (0050610).
MnemonicUnique test identifier.
HGB F
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
High Performance Liquid Chromatography/Electrophoresis
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
Sun-Sat
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
1-3 days
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Age-Defined Normal Hemoglobin Reference Intervals
Age
Hgb F Percent
0-1 month
45.8-91.7
2 months
32-7-85.2
3 months
14.5-73.7
4 months
4.2-56.9
5 months
1.0-38.1
6-8 months
0.9-19.4
9-12 months
0.6-11.6
13-23 months
0.0-8.5
2 years and older
0.0-2.1
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
Refer to report.
Compliance Category
FDA
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
This assay measures percentage of hemoglobin F only. If abnormal peaks suggestive of a hemoglobin variant are detected, then Capillary Electrophoresis will be added to aid in confirmation and identification of the variant. Additional charges apply. For complete hemoglobin evaluation, order Hemoglobin Evaluation with Reflex to Electrophoresis and/or RBC Solubility (0050610).
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.