Test Code HAP Haptoglobin
Collection Container
Serum gel
Specimen Required
Serum
Other Acceptable Specimen Types
Heparinized or edta plasma
Special Handling Instructions
Slightly hemolysis may falsely decrease result
Specimen Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Specimen Volume
0.2 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 3 months, Refrigerated: 8 months, Frozen: >3 months
Reasons for Rejection
Moderately to grossly hemolyzed
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric
Days and Times Performed
Test performed daily
Turnaround Time
24 hours for routine, 1 hour for STAT
Reference Ranges
Males and Females: 30 - 200 mg/dL
CPT Code
83010
EMR Interface Order Code
46550