Test Code HGB A1C Hemoglobin A1c, Blood
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric
Includes estimated average glucose (eAG).
Performing Laboratory
Decatur Morgan Hospital-Decatur Campus/Parkway Campus
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s), and send 1 mL (pediatric: 0.2 mL) of EDTA whole blood refrigerated.
Reference Values
HEMAGLOBIN A1c
4.8-6.0%
eAG CALCULATION
28.7 x Hgb A1c - 46.7
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83036