Methemoglobin METHB
| Method(s) | Oximetry |
|---|---|
| Specimen Required | |
| Collect | One 6 mL dark green (sodium heparin) top tube. |
| Transport | 2 mL whole blood at 2-8ºC. |
| Stability | Refrigerated: 3 day, best if analyzed immediately. |
| Schedule | Daily |
| Billing Code | 1010124 |
| CPTCode | 83050 |
| Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s) | |
| Reference Interval | |
|
0.2-0.6 %THB |
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