Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Synonyms
Arsine; Metals
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
NMS Labs
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Standard TAT
5 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Royal Blue (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in an EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube is also acceptable. Serum or plasma separator tubes are not acceptable. Avoid seafood consumption for 48 hours prior to sample collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 30 Days; Refrigerated: 30 Days (Preferred); Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Serum or plasma separator tubes (SST/PST)
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.4 mL Serum or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Promptly separate serum or plasma into an acid washed plastic screw capped vial using approved guidelines. Complete a NMS Labs requisition and submit with serum or plasma refrigerated Monday-Friday, ok for Saturday delivery.
CPT Codes
82175
Revised
06-16-19
Initials
SL