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HelpTest Code RFOL Folate, RBC
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB3040262 |
| NBS code | LBC12386 |
| Service code | 36950 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit both of the following:
| Container: | Container: |
| Red Top | Purple Top |
Place specimen on ice and send to laboratory immediately.
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs
Specimen Type: Serum/Whole Blood
Volume: Full Tube whole blood and 1.5 mL serum
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Blood / Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Not available |
| Refrigerate | 2 days (Preferred) |
| Frozen | 1 week |
Methodology
Immunoassay
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 5 - 10 days
Reference Interval
> 829 nmol/L
Update
Last updated 17/07/2026
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912
Testing Laboratory
Department of Pathology
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road
Singapore 169608
63214950