Laboratory Medicine
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Hb A2 assay
EDTA
| Test | Hb A2 assay |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | hgp |
| Profile | Included as part of a Haemoglobinopathy Screen |
| Clinical Indication | |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | EDTA |
| Minimum Volume | 1 x 3 mL (adult) 2 x 0.5 mL (paed) (can be shared with a FBC sample) |
| Special Precautions | Please state ethnic origin if known |
| Stability | |
| Turnaround Time | 3 days |
| Laboratory | York Hospital |
| Reference Interval | 1.8 - 3.5 % |
| Limitations | For identification of abnormal haemoglobins at least more than one technique is required for differential diagnosis |
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