Laboratory Medicine Program

Hemoglobinopathy Investigation
(HGB Electrophoresis, HBE)

Clinical Decription:
Investigation for the detection and characterization of hemoglobin variants and quantification of hemoglobin fractions to support the diagnosis and monitoring of hemoglobinopathies, including sickle cell disease, thalassemias, and other inherited or acquired hemoglobin disorders.

Method: Capillary Electrophoresis; Sebia Capillarys 3 OCTA

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Adult HbA: 96.5-100.0%; HbA2: 2.0-3.5%; Hb F:<1.0%

Specimen Type: Whole blood (EDTA)
Collected In: EDTA
Volume: 3.0 mL (minimum: 3.0 mL)

Shipping: Room temperature

Special Instructions: n/a

Testing Schedule(s): Please call

Turnaround Time: 7 days

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