Test Code FOLATE Folate
Specimen Type
Serum
Container
Red or Yellow, No Additive or SST
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Pediatric minimum: 1 red or yellow top microtainer
Stability
8 hours at 20-25°C/2 days at 2-8°C
Transfer Instructions
Centrifuge. Transport separated specimen at 2-8°C.
Expected Turn Around Time
STAT/ASAP: 1 hour
CPT
82746
Result Information
Result Code | Result Name | Reference Range |
FOLATE | Folate Level | 3.1-17.5 ng/mL |