Methotrexate
Clinical Biochemistry
Sample and container requirements
Serum
Minimum volume required
Special requirements
None
Patient preparation
For high dose IV regimes only. Low dose methotrexate - monitoring not required.
Sample viability
Turnaround time
This assay is run throughout the day and night. The in-lab turnaround time is normally less than 24 hours.
Reference range
See individual protocols
Clinical guidance
Please refer to LabTestsOnlineUK to learn more about methotrexate. https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/methotrexate
Notes
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This information was last updated on 19 August 2026