Test Catalog

HBA1C-GLYCOSYLATED HAEMOGLOBIN

Department:

CL. CHEMISTRY

Source:

BLOOD

Specimen Volume:

(2-3 ML)

Prefered Top:

PURPLE (EDTA)

Alternative Top:

GREEN (LI HEPARIN)

Special Instruction For Specimen Collection & Handling:

N/A

Specimen Storage & Transportation Condition:

18-25OC FOR 8 HOURS 2-8OC AFTER 8 HOURS TO 7 DAYS - 20OC UPTO 2 MONTHS

Instrument/Methdology:

ROCHE COBAS / C-311 IMMUNOMETRIC

Turn Around Time (TAT):

24 HRS EXCEPT SUNDAY AND HOLIDAY (Day/s)

Intend Use:

TO HELP IDENTIFY THOSE AT AN INCREASED RISK OF DEVELOPING DIABETES AND TO HELP DIAGNOSE DIABETES; TO MONITOR A PERSON'S DIABETES AND TO AID IN TREATMENT DECISIONS