Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Diagnostic Genetics
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
HMG
Test Code (Numeric Code)
4684
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
All samples should be forwarded to LabPlus at room temperature within 24hours.
Synonyms
Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase
Turnaround Time
18 days
Specimen Type
- Whole Blood
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- CPD (Yellow Top Tube)
Acceptable
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- CPD (Yellow Top Tube)
Acceptable
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Additional Specimen Information
Put the sample in the Molecular Haematology box with numbers. Room temperature. Do not spin.
*Test only available if requested by a Haematologist, Cardiologist or Maternal Fetal Specialist*
Last updated: 01/04/2026