ADULT HEMOGLOBIN ELECTROPHORESIS

Hemoglobin electrophoresis is a blood test that identifies different types of hemoglobin present in the blood. It is used to diagnose and monitor hemoglobinopathies, such as sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and other inherited hemoglobin disorders. This test works by separating hemoglobin molecules based on their electrical charge and movement through a gel. Adult hemoglobin electrophoresis specifically looks at hemoglobin types that are normally present in adults, such as HbA, HbA2, and HbF. Abnormal results can indicate the presence of abnormal hemoglobin variants, which may require further investigation and management.