Test Code MHGB.1 METHEMOGLOBIN

Important Note

DO NOT SPIN

Keep specimen refrigerated after collection.

If received at room temperature > 1 hr after collection sample will be rejected.

Multiple Wavelength Spectrophotometry

Useful for diagnosing methemoglobinemia, or identifying cyanosis due to other causes, such as congenital heart disease.

DO NOT SPIN

Specimen must arrive within 8 hours of draw.

Container/Tube: Green-top (lithium heparin) tube(s)

Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL (minimum volume: 1 mL) of whole blood

Collection Instructions: Keep specimen tightly capped (do not remove stopper).

Monday through Sunday

0.4%-1.5%

Logan Health Medical Center-Chemistry

83050

Refrigerate