Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to MedFusion
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Sunday, Wednesday, Friday
Standard TAT
1-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Royal Blue (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Red blood cells collected in: EDTA (lavender-top), sodium heparin trace metal-free (royal blue-top), sodium heparin (green-top), sodium heparin lead-free (tan-top), or lithium (green-top) tube is also acceptable. Carefully clean skin prior to venipuncture. Avoid hemolysis. Avoid worksite collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Room Temp-OK/Refrigerate-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 10 Days; Refrigerated: 10 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Clotted; Gross hemolysis
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL RBC's
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL RBC;s
Processing Instructions
Packed cells: Centrifuge to separate plasma from RBCs and discard plasma. Transfer RBCs to a plastic transfer tube from a Quest Diagnostics (trace element and metal-free) collection kit or transfer to a transport tube.
CPT Codes
82525
Revised
5/17/24
Initials
SA