Haemoglobin H Bodies

Description: 
The identification of Haemoglobin H Bodies by supravital staining in the indication of HbH disease. Positive results will be confirmed by alpha genotyping.
Clinical details: 
Haemoglobin H disease, alpha thalassaemia
Related condition or disease: 
Haemoglobin H Bodies, alpha thalassaemia carrier
Reference range: 

n/a

Synonyms or keywords: 
HBH, HbH inclusions, alpha thalasaemia
Department: 
Special Haematology Department
Location: 
Blackfriars Hub
Sample type and Volume required: 
Whole Blood
Turnaround time: 
1 day
Special sample instructions: 

Sample needs to be less than 24hours old

Criteria for acceptance / rejections of sample
Storage and transport: 
EDTA
Contacts:
For clinical advice or interpretation of results, please contact the laboratory in the first instance.
Laboratory: 
Red Cell Laboratory at the Blackfriar’s Hub

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Last updated: 25/06/2026