Laboratory Medicine Program

Haptoglobin

Clinical Decription:
Haptoglobin binds to hemoglobin during hemolysis and serum level will be decreased in severe hemolysis. As an acute phase reactant, increased levels are observed in inflammation.
<br/><em>Manufacturers Haptoglobin package insert</em>

Method: Immunoturbidimetric; TBS Optilite

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
0.30- 2.0 g/L

Specimen Type: serum
Volume: 3 mL (minimum: 0.6 mL)

Shipping: 4C

Special Instructions: centrifuge and aliquot serum. ship serum at 2-8C or frozen at -10C or colder

Testing Schedule(s): Monday through Friday.

Turnaround Time: 3 days

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