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Department
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Plasma or Serum
Method
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Container
Lithium Heparin (green top) or No additive with gel (gold top)
Special Requirements
Fasting. Collect before blood transfusion or B-12 therapy
Standard Volume
4.5ml
Minimum Volume
1ml
Pediatric Volume
0.8ml
Ship Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability Refrigerated
48 hours
Stability Room Temp
8 hours
Stability Frozen
>48 hours
CPT Code
82607 and 82746
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Group Components
B-12, Folic Acid