VITAMIN B12
Name: VITAMIN B12
Mnemonic: B12
Container: Serum, Serum Separator
Handling: Patient should be fasting
Volume: 1.0 ml serum protected from light
Stability: 2 days refrigerated, 2 mos frozen
Methodology: Methodology: ECLIA
Reported: Routine 4 hrs
CPT: 82607
Units: pg/ml
Note: Cannot be added on to specimens exposed to ambient light > 4hrs