HB Electrophoresis HPLC

Description

About Haemoglobin HPLC, EDTA Test

The Haemoglobin HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) EDTA Test is a specialized blood test used to detect ... hemoglobin disorders, such as thalassemia, sickle cell anemia, and other hemoglobinopathies. It analyzes different hemoglobin types in the blood, providing detailed information about abnormal hemoglobin variants. The test requires a blood sample collected in an EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) tube, which helps preserve the sample for accurate analysis.

When is an HPLC Test Prescribed?

Doctors recommend an HPLC test if a patient shows symptoms of a blood disorder, such as chronic anemia, unexplained fatigue, pallor, or a family history of hemoglobinopathies. It is also prescribed for:

• Newborn screening for genetic blood disorders
• Routine anemia investigations
• Prenatal screening for carriers of thalassemia or sickle cell disease
• Monitoring known hemoglobin disorders

Time Required for HPLC EDTA Test Reports

The turnaround time for an HPLC EDTA test report is typically 24 to 48 hours, depending on the laboratory. In urgent cases, some labs may provide same-day results. The processing time includes sample collection, laboratory analysis, and reporting of hemoglobin variant findings.