Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Specimen Type
Plasma or Serum
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to MedFusion
Epic ID
LAB00952
Lab Test Days
Sunday, Wednesday, Friday
Standard TAT
1-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Royal Blue (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Serum collected in an no additive (royal blue-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 5 Days; Refrigerated: 10 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis; Serum or plasma not separated from cells; Samples submitted in non-trace metal container; Samples submitted in non acid washed containers
Test Volume Required
2 mL Plasma or Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.7 mL Plasma or Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate plasma or serum from cells within two hours. Transfer separated plasma/serum to a plastic acid-washed or metal-free vial. Indicate plasma or serum in flag comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
CPT Codes
82525
Revised
5/17/24
Initials
SA