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HelpOrder Code MEVI Methemoglobinemia Interpretation
Useful For
Interpretation of the methemoglobinemia evaluation results
Diagnosis of methemoglobinemia and sulfhemoglobinemia and possible hereditary (congenital) causes
Differentiation of methemoglobinemia and sulfhemoglobinemia from other causes of cyanosis (eg, congenital heart disease)
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see MEV1 / Methemoglobinemia Evaluation.
Medical Interpretation
Reporting Name
Methemoglobinemia InterpretationSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see MEV1 / Methemoglobinemia Evaluation.
Definitive results and an interpretive report will be provided.
Method Description
A hematopathologist who is an expert in these disorders evaluates the case and an interpretive report is issued.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
83020-26
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MEVI | Methemoglobinemia Interpretation | 59466-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 608086 | Methemoglobinemia Interpretation | 59465-5 |
| 608108 | Reviewed By | 18771-6 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday