Free Hemoglobin, Plasma

Specimen:

Test Code

HGFP

Specimen Name

Free Hemoglobin, Plasma

Collect

Sodium or Lithium Heparin Plasma

Submit

2 mLs

Special Handling

Rejection Criteria

Stability

Refrigerated 7 days

Methodology

Performed

Performed Sunday through Saturday - Reported 1-3 days

Reported

CPT Codes

  • 83051

Components

Additional Information

Separate plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection (delayed separation from cells will elevate plasma hemoglobin).

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Common Lab Definitions

  • Serum 
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