Test Code METHB Methemoglobin, Blood
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Blood gas syringe
Specimen Volume: Full tube of whole blood
Collection Instructions: Immediately invert tube and mix gently 8 times.
Note: 1. Methemoglobin testing is performed by The Valley Hospital Respiratory Department.
2. Label specimen appropriately.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Performing Laboratory
The Valley Hospital
Reference Values
0.0-1.5% of total hemoglobin
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83050