Hemoglobinopathy investigation panel
- Test Name:
- Hemoglobinopathy investigation panel
- Synonyms:
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Alpha thalassemia
Beta thalassemia
HbA, HbA2, HbF, HbS, HbC
Hemoglobin electrophoresis
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Ordering Information:
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Test panel includes:
• CBC
• Iron and TIBC
• Ferritin
• Hemoglobinopathy evaluation - LABID (Connect Care):
- LAB288
- Collection Instructions:
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- Frequency of Testing:
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Monday - Friday
- Reference Range:
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- Comments:
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• If a new hemoglobin variant is identified, hemoglobin acid and alkaline gel electrophoresis will be performed upon approval by a Clinical Chemist
• If there is suspicion for alpha thalassemia, specimen will be sent out for molecular testing upon approval by a Clinical Chemist
• Additional molecular testing may also be referred out upon approval by a Clinical Chemist - Last Reviewed:
- 25 September 2024
