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HelpTest Code METHGB Methemoglobin
Specimen Type
Venous Whole Blood
Container
Green Lithium Heparin (with or without gel)
Heparinized syringe
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Stability
1 hour at 20-25oC
4 hours in an ice slurry
Transfer Instructions
Deliver to the laboratory ASAP at room temperature.
Expected Turn Around Time
1 hour
CPT
83050
Result Information
| Result Code | Result Name |
| METHGB | Methemoglobin |