Methodology
Nephelometric Assay
Synonyms
Copper Oxidase; Ferroxidase; Kayser-Fleishcer Ring; Wilson's Disease
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Mayo Medical Lab
Epic ID
LAB09042
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Patient should be fasting (4 hours preferred, nonfasting acceptable).
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 7 Days (Preferred); Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis; Gross lipemia; Gross icterus
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum
CPT Codes
82390
Revised
12-20-18
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