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Cerner Test Code
B12 FOL
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 8 hrs, Refrigerated 2 days, Frozen 30 days
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
82607|82746
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Hemolysis.