Test ID BLOD0659 Methemoglobin
Specimen Type/Requirements
Draw balanced heparinized syringe or one Green (Lithium Heparin) Tube, unspun/unopened. Flag specimen as DO NOT SPIN.
Performed Test Frequency
Monday-Sunday
Methodology
Colormetric
Performing Lab
Sanford Respiratory Therapy Fargo
CPT
83050
Minimum Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL whole blood |
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL whole blood |
Transport Temperature
| Room Temperature | N/A | |
| Refrigerated (on-ice) | 72 hours | Preferred for Transport-Send on-ice |
| Frozen | N/A |