Hemoglobin A1c

Source	Blood
Mnemonic	HBA1C
Specimen Requirements	1 x 5 mL lavender top EDTA tube Minimum Blood Volume for Patients less than 45 kg (100 lb) Including Neonates and Pediatrics Capillary collection available at ACH only Whole blood
Specimen Handling	Mix well by inverting tube 8 to 10 times. DO NOT centrifuge.
Additional Information	HbA1c values may not accurately reflect mean glucose in patients with hemoglobin variants or conditions with shortened red blood cell survival.
Testing Location	Chemistry-DSC
Testing Frequency	Daily
Alternate Name(s)	Glycohemoglobin
Reference Interval	4.3 - 6.1%

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