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HelpTest Code SIC Sickle Cell Screen
Useful For
Test screens for sickle cell trait (A/S) and sickle cell disease (S/S).
For positive results, suggest confirmatory testing by Hgb electrophoresis (Test Code HBESO).
Synonyms/Keywords
Hgb S, Hemoglobin S, Hbg S Solubility
Specimen Requirements
| Fasting Required | Specimen Type | Preferred Container/Tube | Acceptable Container/Tube | Specimen Volume | Specimen Minimum Volume (allows for 1 repeat) |
Pediatric Minimum Volume (no repeat) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | Whole Blood | EDTA Lavender Top Tube (LTT) | Sodium-heparin Green Top Tube (GTT) | 2.0 mL | 1.0 mL | 0.2 mL |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood | Refrigerate | 2 weeks |
Reference Range Information
| Performing Location | Reference Range |
|---|---|
| Marshfield | Negative |
Marshfield Labs Performing Department
Marshfield Labs Hematology
Performing Information
| Performing Location | Day(s) Test Performed | Analytical Time | Methodology/Instrumentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshfield | Monday and Thursday | 1 day | Hgb S Solubility by Pacific Hemostasis Sicklescreen Kit |
CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85660 |
Outreach CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85660 |
Ordering Applications
| Ordering Application | Description |
|---|---|
| Cerner | Sickle Cell Screen |