Hemoglobin and Hematocrit
Methodology
Sysmex XN 2000, Sysmex XS-1000i (BVHC)
Performing Laboratory
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
Hemoglobin
Males: 14-18 g/dL
Females: 12-16 g/dL
Hematocrit
Males: 42-52%
Females: 37-47%
Critical values:
Hemoglobin: <10.0 g/dL
Hematocrit: <30.0%
Day(s) Test Set Up
All
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85014-Hematocrit
85018-Hemoglobin