FOL

Folate, Serum

EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2143

Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Serum gel tube
Specimen Type:

Serum 

Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Store and Transport:
Room Temperature: < 12 hours
Refrigerated: > 12 hours
CPT Codes:

82746 - Folate (EAP 30010640)

Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Reference Ranges:

Deficient:

< 0.56 - 3.37

ng/mL

Indeterminate:

3.38 - 5.38

ng/mL

Normal:

> 5.38

ng/mL

Notes:

High serum biotin levels may interfere with this assay and result in a false elevation in values. A repeat test 24 – 48 hours after stopping oral biotin may be requested.

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