Methodology
Inductively-Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS); Atomic Spectroscopy (AS)
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
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 (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in an EDTA (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 Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.7 mL Serum or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Separate serum or plasma from cells within two hours. Transfer separated serum/plasma to a plastic acid wahsed or metal free vial.
CPT Codes
82525
Revised
10-31-18
Initials
SL