2160B12 and Folate
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum, SST
2 Days Refrigerated
See Report
Specimen Requirements
PLEASE NOTE: Folate specimens must be analyzed or refrigerated within 2 hours of collection. Preferred amount: 1.0 ml
Specimen Type:Serum, SST
Method
COBAS 8000 ECLIA
Schedule
Monday-Saturday
Instructions/Notes
Hemolysis may significantly increase Folate values due to high concentrations of Folate in red blood cells. Therefore, hemolyzed samples are not suitable for use in this assay. Samples for Folate determinations should be collected from fasting persons.
CPT Codes
82607 82746
