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Folate RBC (red blood cell)
Message
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
Test Code
RBCF
CPT Codes
82747
Preferred Specimen
Whole blood from an EDTA tube
Minimum Volume
1mL
Instructions
Freeze upon receipt
Transport Container
Lavender (EDTA)
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen: 7 days
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Setup Schedule
2-3 times per week
Reference Range
280-791 ng/mL
Clinical Significance
This test is used to monitor levels of folate stored in red blood cells.
