Methaemoglobin Reductase Assay
Description:
Deficiency can be cause of Methaemoglobinaemia
Reference range:
11.5 - 26.9 IU/g Hb
Synonyms or keywords:
NADH-methaemoglobin reductase, cytochrome b5 reductase, NADH-diaphorase
Department:
Location:
Sample type and Volume required:
Minimum 1 ml EDTA blood. It is recommended a FBC is performed and results sent with sample for interpretive purposes.
Turnaround time:
10 working days
Special sample instructions:
Blood transfusion within the last four months will affect results. Any red cell transfusion given must be declared on the request form.
Raised reticulocyte levels and/or raised WBC levels may affect assay.
Cost:
Please contact Business Development for pricing enquiries
Contacts:
For clinical advice or interpretation of results, please contact the laboratory in the first instance.
Laboratory:
Last updated: 25/06/2026
