Test directory: Alpha-Globin Gene Analysis

Ordering Code 5506
Test Name Alpha-Globin Gene Analysis
Alias Thalassemia
Alpha Globin DNA mutation
Alpha DNA deletion
Preferred Specimen Whole Blood
Preferred Container EDTA, K2 (Lavender)
Optimum Volume 3 mL
Collection Instructions For adult patients, draw the full EDTA tube
If patient is a child <3 years old, collect 1-2 pediatric tubes (0.5 mL ea.).
Transport Requirements Oahu: Refrigerated
Airline: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability Ambient: 3 Days
Refrigerated: 2 Weeks
Frozen: Not Stable
Rejection Criteria Frozen
Avail. Stat NO
Analytic Time 10 Days
Methodology PCR/Multiplex Ligation-dependent Probe Amplification
Insurance Pre-Authorization  HAWAII MEDICAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY HEALTH ALLIANCE

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of May 23, 2026.
Component Age Male Norm Male Critical Low Male Critical High Female Norm Female Critical High Female Critical Low Units Add'l info
Alpha-Globin Gene Analysis ALL See report.
Maternal Result ALL See report.
Paternal Result ALL See report.
Reviewed and signed by ALL See report.