Test Code HGBA1C.1 GLYCOHEMOGLOBIN A1C

Methodology

Nonporous Ion-Exchange High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Useful for evaluating the long-term control of blood glucose concentrations in diabetic patients over the previous 2 to 3 months.

Container/Tube: Lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s)

Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of whole blood

Monday through Friday

4.0%-6.0%

Logan Health Medical Center-Chemistry

83036

Refrigerate