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Methotrexate

Test Code
LAB3146


Alias/See Also
1231100412


CPT Codes
80204

Includes
METHOTREXATE


Preferred Specimen
Gold Top Tube


Minimum Volume
1.5 mL serum


Instructions
First Methotrexate level to be drawn 24 hours after beginning of Methotrexate infusion, with draw time adjusted as necessary. Continue daily Methotrexate level collection until value outlined in nursing instructions has been obtained. Draw in a Gold Top Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated


Methodology
Abbott Alinity

Reference Range
The reference range and other method performance specifications have not been established for this body fluid. The result must be integrated into the clinical context for interpretation.


Performing Laboratory
LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY


Last Updated: August 26, 2026


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