Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD53013Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Hemoglobin A1c with eAG
Also known as: A1c, HA1c, Hgb A1c
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
To assist with control of blood glucose levels, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) has recommended glycated hemoglobin testing (HbA1c) twice a year for patients with stable glycemia, and quarterly for patients with poor glucose control. Interpretative ranges are based on ADA guidelines.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Turbidimetric Inhibition Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
eAG (mg/dL)
AnalyteeAG (mg/dL) • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
eAG (mmol/L)
AnalyteeAG (mmol/L) • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Hemoglobin A1c
AnalyteHemoglobin A1c • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Causes for Rejection
Sodium fluoride/oxalate (gray-top) tube; heparinized plasma
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 6 months |