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Test Code HBA1C Hemoglobin A1C

Important Note

Testing batched and only run from 8am to 2pm

Clinical Indications

N/A

Additional Test Codes

Epic Order Name: Hemoglobin A1C
Sunquest Order Code: HBA1C
Px Order Code: LAB2271

Specimen Collection Type

Lavender

Minimum Collection Volume

1 mL

Reference Range

4.0 to 5.7%

Critical Value

N/A

Interpretation

The ADA recommends that most patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes maintain an A1C level <7%.

Rejection Criteria

Clotted Specimen

Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing

2 Days

Specimen Stability

6 Days Room Temp 30 Days Refrigerated

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday 8AM – 2PM

Performing Lab- Department

TUKHS-BH-Chemistry

CPT Code

83036

LOINC Code

17856-6

Test Alias

Glycated hemoglobin

Additional Information / Notes

Batch Test Run 8AM – 2 PM