FOLATE

Message

Immediate Specimen Processing: Ambulatory Collections: Do not send original SST collection tube due to the short stability of the specimen on gel. Aliquot serum/plasma into a plastic screw-cap transport vial. Ambulatory Transport Temperature to Inova Central Lab: Refrigerated Specimen Stability: 7 days

Test Code

LAB69 FOLAT

Alias/See Also

FOLAT

CPT Codes
82746

Instructions

Processing Instructions: Centrifuge and separate cells after clot formation and within 4 hours of collection. Remove serum and protect from light if testing will be delayed more than 24 hours. Minimum Testing Volume: 0.2 mL Serum or Plasma Transport Temperature: Refrigerate Stability: Ambient: N/A Refrigerated (on gel): 8 hoursRefrigerated (off gel): 7 daysFrozen: 30 days Causes for Rejection: Unlabeled, mislabeled, wrong tube type, hemolyzed, QNS, exceeds specimen/stability requirements.

Clinical Significance

1230130042

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

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