Test Code LAB0202531 Hemoglobin (Hgb) A1c, Blood
Methodology
Ion-Exchange High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Note: If methodology at CCLS does not give a valid result, the test will be sent to Mayo clinic (LAB0255588)
Performing Laboratory
CentraCare Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Microtainer: 0.3 ml
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
Nondiabetic: <5.7%
Pre-Diabetic: 5.7 - 6.4%
Diabetes: > 6.5%
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83036