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Intended Use
This test is utilized in the assessment of methemoglobinemia in humans.
Methodology
Methemoglobin-Co-oximetry
Performing Laboratory
RCH-Respiratory Therapy
Specimen Requirements
Required: Lithium heparin whole blood. Do not Spin.
Container/Tube: Light green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.2 mL) of lithium heparin whole blood.
Specimen Stability
Forward Promptly.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82375