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Lab Test Dictionary

Lead, Blood (599) (Venous Only)

Methodology

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS); Atomic Spectroscopy (AS)


Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Performing Lab

Quest forwards to MedFusion


Epic ID

LAB01514

Lab Test Days

Monday-Saturday

Standard TAT

4-5 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

0.5-3 mL Whole Blood (Venipuncture)

Container Type

K2 EDTA Tan-Top Tube

Collection Instructions

0.5-3 mL Whole blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) is also acceptable. Collection material such as alcohol swabs should be lead-free. Use powderless gloves. Clean skin (area for venipuncture) with lead-free alcohol swab prior to puncture. Avoid worksite collection.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 5 Days; Refrigerated:14 Days; Frozen: 60 Days

Rejection Criteria

Clotted specimen; EDTA (lavender-top) tubes; EDTA Microtainers

Test Volume Required

3 mL Whole Blood (Venipuncture)

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 mL Whole Blood (Venipuncture)


Comments

Tests performed on a specimen submitted in a non-trace element tube or non acid washed/non metal free container may not accurately reflect the patient's level. If a non-trace element tube/ container is received, it will be accepted for testing. However, elevated results shall be reported with a message that a re-submission with a trace element tube/container is recommended.


CPT Codes

83655


Revised

3/31/25

Initials

SA