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HelpTest Code HGB Hemoglobin, Blood
Useful For
Screening tool to confirm a hematologic disorder
Establishing or ruling out a diagnosis
Detecting an unsuspected hematologic disorder
Monitoring the effects of radiation or chemotherapy
Method Name
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) Hemoglobin Method
Reporting Name
HemoglobinSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 48 hours | |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Other | Clotted |
Reference Values
HEMOGLOBIN
Males:
0-14 days: 13.9-19.1 g/dL
15 days-4 weeks: 10.0-15.3 g/dL
5 weeks-7 weeks: 8.9-12.7 g/dL
8 weeks-5 months: 9.6-12.4 g/dL
6 months-23 months: 10.1-12.5 g/dL
24 months-35 months: 10.2-12.7 g/dL
3-5 years: 11.4-14.3 g/dL
6-8 years: 11.5-14.3 g/dL
9-10 years: 11.8-14.7 g/dL
11-14 years: 12.4-15.7 g/dL
15-17 years: 13.3-16.9 g/dL
Adults: 13.2-16.6 g/dL
Females:
0-14 days: 13.4-20.0 g/dL
15 days-4 weeks: 10.8-14.6 g/dL
5 weeks-7 weeks: 9.2-11.4 g/dL
8 weeks-5 months: 9.9-12.4 g/dL
6 months-35 months: 10.2-12.7 g/dL
3-5 years: 11.4-14.3 g/dL
6-8 years: 11.5-14.3 g/dL
9-10 years: 11.8-14.7 g/dL
11-17 years: 11.9-14.8 g/dL
Adults: 11.6-15.0 g/dL
Performing Laboratory
MCHS- MankatoTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
85018
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HGB | Hemoglobin | 718-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HGB | Hemoglobin | 718-7 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday