Test Code MEHGB Methemoglobin, Blood
Performing Laboratory
MaineGeneral Medical CenterReference Values
0-2.0%Methodology
Co-Oximeter/Polychromatic Spectrophotometry (SP)Includes carboxyhemoglobin.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen must arrive within 30 minutes of draw.
Draw blood in a green-top (heparin) tube(s). Immediately place on wet ice, and send 2.5 mL of heparinized whole blood.
Note: Label specimen with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of draw, and phlebotomist’s initials.