Hemoglobin Electrophoresis (Hb A1)

Hematology

Normal Reference Ranges

Adult

95.0 - 98.0 %

Pediatric

95.0 - 98.0 %

Clinical Significance

Separates and measures normal and abnormal hemoglobins. Essential for diagnosing thalassemia and sickle cell disorders.

Causes of High

  • Normal adult profile

Causes of Low

  • Beta-thalassemia
  • Sickle cell disease (Hb SS/SC)
  • Hemoglobin C disease