ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Methane, Whole Blood : 0091553

Mnemonic: METHANE B

Methodology: Gas Chromatography
Performed: Varies
Reported: 4-11 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Gray (sodium fluoride /potassium oxalate).

Specimen Preparation: Mix well and chill. Transfer 4 mL whole blood to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 1 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: CRITICAL REFRIGERATED.

Remarks:

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 20 days Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval:
By report
CPT Code(s): 84600
Cross References: Marsh Gas (Methane, Whole Blood)