Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
Epic ID
LAB00913
Lab Test Days
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
Standard TAT
3-6 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Royal Blue (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Draw one (royal blue-top) tube of blood and discard. Draw second (royal blue-top tube. Plasma collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) tube or sodium heparin (royal blue-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 4 Days; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Test Volume Required
2 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.7 mL Serum or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Allow to clot in an upright position. Centrifuge and pour (do not pipette) the serum or plasma in to an acid-washed or metal-free vial.
CPT Codes
82108
Revised
03-08-16
Initials
SL