Haptoglobin
Department of Immunology
Notes
- Haptoglobin levels are useful in the diagnosis of intravascular haemolysis.
Sample Requirements
Adult
5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5ml Rust-top gel tube (Trust users only)
Paediatric
1ml Serum Sample
Turnaround Times
24 - 72 hours (Monday-Friday only, i.e. not out of hours.)
Reference Ranges
Normal range: 0.7 - 3.2g/l
Time Limit for Add-ons
2 weeks