Test Directory

HbS Quantitation

Containers - Adult

S-Monovette EDTA K3E, 2.6 ml, cap red, diameter 13 mm
S-Monovette EDTA K3E, 2.6 ml, cap red, diameter 13 mm
Additive per Container

EDTA

Containers - Child

S-Monovette EDTA K3E, 1.2 ml, cap red, diameter 8 mm
S-Monovette EDTA K3E, 1.2 ml, cap red, diameter 8 mm
Additive per Container

EDTA

Reference ranges

​HbS not detected.

Laboratory Site

RIE
51 Little France Crescent
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.