Beta Globin (HBB) Sequencing
Test Mnemonic
BGHBB
CPT Codes
- 81364 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- B Globin gene
- Beta Thalassemia Sequencing
- HBB mutation
Includes
- Beta Globin by NGS
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 mL | Whole blood | EDTA (Lavender) | Refrigerated |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 mL | Whole blood | ACD A or B (Yellow) | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 mL |
Stability
Environmental Condition | Description |
---|---|
Refrigerated | 1 week |
Ambient | 72 hours |
Frozen | Unacceptable |
Turnaround Time
3 - 4 weeks
Methodology
Name | Description |
---|---|
Massive Parallel Sequencing |
Special Info
Specimen types other than those listed as acceptable and whole blood specimens that are grossly hemolyzed or frozen will be rejected.
Clinical Info
Useful for molecular confirmation of a suspected structural hemoglobinopathy or beta thalassemia.