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Lab Test Dictionary

Zinc Protoporphyrin (ZPP) (948)

Methodology

Hematofluorometry


Synonyms

ZPP

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics Chantilly


Epic ID

LAB01105

Lab Test Days

Monday-Saturday

Standard TAT

1 Day


Collection Information

Specimen Required

0.5-2 mL Whole Blood

Container Type

Lavender (EDTA)

Collection Instructions

Whole Blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top), sodium heparin (green-top) or a EDTA K2 (tan-top) tube is also acceptable. Protect specimen from light.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-Only

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 4 Days; Refrigerated: 10 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis; Received frozen; Clotted

Test Volume Required

2 mL Whole Blood

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 mL Whole Blood

Processing Instructions

Protect specimen from light.


CPT Codes

84202


Revised

09-04-19

Initials

SL