Synonyms
MTX, MEXATE
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB481
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
2 hrs
Stat TAT
1 hr
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2.0 ml blood
Container Type
Green
Collection Instructions
(Red, purple or gray top tube also acceptable)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
0.5 ml plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 ml plasma
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge & separate plasma (or serum) All MTX specimens are considered STAT Notify Med Tech of spec arrival
CPT Codes
80299
Revised
12-15-16
Initials
IB