Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
Epic ID
LAB01015
Lab Test Days
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Standard TAT
1-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Royal Blue (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Avoid seafood consumption for 48 hours prior to sample collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 5 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Clotted
Test Volume Required
4 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
2 mL Whole Blood
CPT Codes
83825
Revised
02-10-19
Initials
SL