Folate, RBC

Test Code: TD_2690
CPT Code(s): 82747, 85014

$35

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

RBC Folate

Test Includes

Folate, RBC
Hematocrit

Methodology

Roche COBAS electrochemiluminescent immunoassay (ECLIA)

Rejection Criteria

Samples received at room temperature

Reference Range(s)

“FolateRBC

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

EDTA lavender top tube

Minimum Volume

5 mL in 2 lavender top tubes

Sample Stability

3 hrs room temperature
2 days refrigerated
1 month frozen

Transport Temperature

Critical Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

5ml EDTA whole blood. Hematocrit required for calculation. Please submit two lavender tubes. Critical refrigerate.

Alternative Specimen

N/A