Total Hemoglobin WB (THM)

Department: Core Lab
Test Synonym(s): LAB4541, THM, tHB WB, Total Hemoglobin Whole Blood
CPT Codes: 85018
Reference Range: 0 days - 7 days: 13.5-22.6; 8 days - 30 days: 12.5 - 20.6; 1 month - 2 months: 10.1 - 18.1; 3 months - 6 months: 9.0 - 14.0; 7 months - 6 years: 10.5 - 13.5; 7 years - 11 years: 11.4 - 15.5; 12 years - 17 years: 12.0 - 16.0 ; 18 years - 150 year: Male: 14.0-18.1; 18 years - 150 years: Female: 11.8 - 16.0
Tube Type: Heparinized syringe
Specimen: Venous blood
Pediatric Requirements: 0.5 mL
Volume: 2 mL
Temperature: Room temperature
Reasons for Rejection: Clotted sample
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
Special Instructions: Deliver to lab immediately at room temperature.Tube must not be clotted.

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