Test ID BLOD0659 Methemoglobin
AKA
MHGB
Specimen Type/Requirements
Light Green top (Lithium Heparin w/out gel) tube - Whole Blood
Do not remove the cap from the tube.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 4.0 mL |
|---|
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated (on ice) | 30 Minutes | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Performing Lab
Sanford Bismarck - Respiratory Therapy Department
CPT
83050