For further information about this test, see Alpha Hemoglobin DNA Sequence [HASEQ].
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HARRES | Hb alpha Results |
HARCI | Hb alpha Clin Info |
HARINT | Hb alpha Interpretation |
HARMTH | Hb alpha Methods and Info |
DNA sequencing of both strands of the segment of either the alpha1 (HBA1) or alpha 2 globin (HBA2) gene that carries a specific mutation previously identified in a family member.
Acceptable:
Unacceptable: Heparin green top tubes, buccal swab
SPS specimen handling:
Whole blood sample: store in the refrigerator
Cultured amniocytes/chorionic villi: store at room temperature. Call the Genetics lab upon receipt (206)598-7021.
Extracted DNA: store in the refrigerator
If fetal tissue (cultured amniocytes or chorionic villi) was received for prenatal testing, consultation with the laboratory is required. Please notify the Genetics lab about prenatal studies via email at geneticshelp@uw.edu or call 206-598-7021.
For clients outside of UW, please include the most recent CBC and Hb electrophoresis result/s (if available), and/or any relevant clinical history.
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Genetics
Attention: Genetics Lab Tel: 206-598–6429 M–F (7:30 AM–4:00 PM) Tel (EXOME only): 206-543-0459 |
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