Sulfhemoglobin, RBCs Test (4235R)
| Analysis Code |
4235R |
| Test Name |
Sulfhemoglobin, RBCs |
| Test Includes |
Sulfhemoglobin |
| Compound Synonym(s) |
SHb |
| Purpose |
Diagnostic Monitoring; This test is New York State approved. |
| Category |
Biological Marker (Exposure) |
| Method(s) |
Spectrophotometry (SP) |
| Specimen Requirements |
1 mL RBCs |
| Transport Temperature |
Refrigerated |
| Specimen Container |
Lavender top tube (EDTA) |
| Special Handling |
Collect sample at end of shift. |
| Light Protection Required |
Not Required |
| Stability |
Room Temperature: 3 month(s)
Refrigerated: 3 month(s)
Frozen (-20 °C): Undetermined |
| *Rejection Criteria |
None |
| Day(s) Test Set-up / TAT |
[SP] Monday Wednesday / 3 days |
| Suggested CPT Code |
83060 |
| **Minimum Volume |
0.3 mL |
| Test Summary Sheet |
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*Rejection criteria pertain to clinical specimen submissions only.
**Stated minimum volume allows for a single analysis. Repeat analysis will not be performed.