FOLATE, SERUM (VITAMIN B9)

Test Code: 133Specimen Collection: Serum
Component:

Folate, serum

Method:

IA

Collection Notes: Fasting specimens are preferred. Protect from light. Hemolyzed specimens are not acceptable.
Clinical Utility: Useful for detecting folate deficiency and for evaluating macrocytic and megaloblastic anemia.
CPT Code: 82746Testing Location: AML
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

Serum (1 mL)

Ambient
 
8
 
Hours
Refrigerated
 
4
 
Days
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