What is this test?
This is a blood test that is used to check the different types of hemoglobin and can be used to detect hemoglobin disorders such as sickle-cell disease.
 
Sample required
Blood.
 
Patient preparation
No specific patient preparation protocol is required. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing this test.
 
Turn-around time (How long does it take?)
3 days.
 
Basis of the Test
Hb electrophoresis is done to detect hemoglobinopathies. A hemoglobinopathy is an inherited blood disorder in which an individual has an abnormal form of hemoglobin (variant) or decreased production of hemoglobin (thalassemia).