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HelpTest Code POC A1C Point of Care Hemoglobin A1c
Additional Codes
POC56
Afinion 2 User Manual
Collection Method
- Fingerstick
- Venipuncture
Minimum Volume
Not defined for this assay
Container
• Capillary blood sample
• Venous whole blood with anticoagulants (EDTA, heparin or citrate)
Acceptable Specimens
• Capillary blood sample
• Venous whole blood with anticoagulants (EDTA, heparin or citrate)
Reference or Target Ranges
4.0-6.0% A1c
Reportable Units
% A1c
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type
Specimen Stability
• Capillary blood cannot be stored.
• Venous whole blood with anticoagulants (EDTA, heparin or citrate) can be stored refrigerated for 10 days or at room temperature for 8 hours. Do not freeze
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Performing Bench | CPH Point of Care |
| Methodology/Method Description | Afinion 2 |
CPT Codes
83037
Last review/edit date
2025