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HelpTest Code MTX Methotrexate
Specimen Type
Blood
Collection Instructions
Collect blood in SST (or PST) tube and protect from light by wrapping tube in foil. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into amber plastic vial or wrap aliquot with foil if amber tube unavailable and refrigerate.
Collection Volume
5 ml
Minimum Collection Volume
3 ml
Specimen Storage and Stability
Refrigerate
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Alias
Methotrexate; Mexate;
EPIC Code
LAB481
Acceptable Collection Container
SSTfoil, PSTfoil, REDFoil, GrnFoil
Turn Around Time
1 – 3 days
Lab Department
Chemistry