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HelpTest Code FOLI Folic Acid
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
GRN-PSTCollection 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
Alias
Folate Level; Serum Folate; Folic Acid, Serum;
EPIC Code
LAB69
Acceptable Collection Container
GRN-PST, SST, R-NoGel, G-NoGel
Patient Preparation
Patient should be fasting overnight. Collect prior to transfusion or initiation of folate therapy.
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry