Test Directory
HbS Quantitation
Containers - Adult
S-Monovette EDTA K3E, 2.6 ml, cap red, diameter 13 mm
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Additive per Container
EDTA |
Containers - Child
S-Monovette EDTA K3E, 1.2 ml, cap red, diameter 8 mm
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Additive per Container
EDTA |
Reference ranges
HbS not detected.
Laboratory Site
RIE
51 Little France Crescent
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Telephone: 0131 536 1000
Transport arrangements
Specimen must be transported within a plastic sealable bag or other suitable container. Sample MUST be recieved within 24 hours of collection .
How to request
Request form/ TRAK
Availability
Monday - Friday: routine service 09:00 - 17:00. Test not available during restricted service.
Anticipated turnaround
1 day
What happens if the result is positive or abnormal
Haemoglobinopathy results are not telephoned. A detailed report will be sent out when available.
General additional information
Blood transfusion may make interpretation unreliable.