Folate - Red Cell (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Folate - Red Cell (Blood)

Alternate Names	Red Cell Folate, RCF, RBC Folate
Test Code	FOL
Testing Laboratory	Biochemistry
Specimen Type	Not Applicable
Container Type	Not Applicable
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	Red cell folate testing is no longer routinely offered and has been replaced with Serum Folate. Please refer to ordering instructions for serum folate.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	None
Storage Instructions	None
Testing Frequency	None
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	Not Applicable

Container ID	S, SP, LH, LHP
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions Please code for FOL when Red Cell Folate is requested.
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	No

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