SICKLE CELL SCREEN
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: SC
UPHSM LIS Test #: 321
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
UPHSM LIS Test #: 321
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 3ml or 5ml
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: 1 Lavender Top
Collection Info:
Heparin, sodium citrate, or ACD blood can be used. Samples can be up to 2 weeks old if kept at 2 - 8 centrigrade.
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: 1 Lavender Top
Collection Info:
Heparin, sodium citrate, or ACD blood can be used. Samples can be up to 2 weeks old if kept at 2 - 8 centrigrade.
Methods
Differential solubility
Clinical Utilities
Screen for sickle cell anemia or trait
CPT Codes
85660
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
Reference Range
Negative
This screening test does not distinguish between sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait. Positives and weak positives should be further evaluated by hemoglobin electrophoresis.
This screening test does not distinguish between sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait. Positives and weak positives should be further evaluated by hemoglobin electrophoresis.
