METHANOL, serum (087-0457)
Synonyms: Methyl alcohol
CPT 4 Code: 84600
Test Order Mnemonic: METHANOL
Lab: Clinical Chemistry
Request Form: Special Chemistry Form 2
Collection: Cleaning of puncture site should be
performed with a non-alcoholic solution. Venous or capillary whole blood properly
collected in a closed system is the preferred specimen.
Storage Instructions: Centrifuge the specimen to
separate the serum from red cells. The sample is stable at room temperature (25°C) for 48
hours; refrigerated (5°C) for about two weeks. Remove the serum and freeze (-15°C) for
about four weeks.
Availability: Samples are received 24 hours per day
at Sample Management, Room 5.136 McCullough.
Turnaround Time: Routine: 24 hours; STAT: 2 hours
Special Instructions: Requests after after 4 p.m.
require approval of the director or pathology resident on call.
Specimen: Blood or other body fluids.
Volume: 7 mL whole blood or fluid.
Minimum Volume: 1 mL serum or fluid.
Container: Red-topped tube
Reference Ranges: Negative
Critical Values: Toxic: > 10 mg/dL
Test Method: Gas Chromatography
Reviewed/revised April 2007 by P. Harris
