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HelpTest Code POCHB Hemoglobin, Point of Care Testing, Blood
Useful For
Monitoring hemoglobin concentration or screening for anemia in patients known to have anemia or at risk for anemia
Method Name
Optical Measuring Cuvette and Photometry
Reporting Name
Hemoglobin, POCT, BReference Values
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-1 year: 10.1-12.5 g/dL
2 years: 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
≥18 years: 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-1 year: 10.2-12.7 g/dL
2 years: 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
≥18 years: 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 |
|---|---|---|
| POCHB | Hemoglobin, POCT, B | 718-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HBPOC | Hemoglobin, POCT, B | 718-7 |
| SITEH | Collection Site | 20506-2 |
Reject Due To
| Clotted | Reject |
Specimen Type
Whole bloodSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Ambient | 24 hours |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday