Test Name: Red Cell Folate 
Alternate Test Names Folate, Red Cell 
PLS Test Code RCf  Laboratory Haematology 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Blood 
Container EDTA Tube 4 ml  Container colour Mauve 
Multiple specimens AND Serum Gel tube (SST) 
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges 635-1800 nmol/L 
Turnaround Time Routine 48 Hours  Turnaround Time Urgent 24 Hours 
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Daily Monday to Friday  Transport Room temperature 
Special Requirements Protect from light. 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory No 
Ref Laboratory Name  
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 12-Aug-2008 (Version: 1.01)