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HelpTest Code FOLI Folic Acid
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
GRN-PSTAcceptable Collection Container
GRN-PST, SST, R-NoGel, G-NoGel
Collection Instructions
Routine venipuncture; avoid hemolysis.
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
2 mL
Testing Volume
0.5 mL (500 ul)
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis, stored specimen greater than 48 hours.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Stable up to 48 hours at 2-8 C
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
EPIC Code
LAB69
Patient Preparation
Patient should be fasting overnight. Collect prior to transfusion or initiation of folate therapy.
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry
Alias
Folate Level; Serum Folate; Folic Acid, Serum;