Test Code Epic LAB90 Hemoglobin A1C

Additional Codes

Sunquest: GLYCO

Collection

Patient Preparation:

Standard blood collection procedure.

Specimen Type:

Whole blood EDTA (Lavender Top)

Minimum Volume:

0.3mL

Reject Due To:

Clotted specimen
Specimen does not meet collection, storage, or transport requirements.

Specimen Stability

Ambient: 72 hours.

Refrigerated: 7 days.

Frozen: 3 months (at -70 to -80^oC if frozen within 8 hours of collection.)

CPT Codes

83036