Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Synonyms
RBC Zinc; Red Blood Cell
Specimen Type
See Collection Instructions
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Standard TAT
2-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Royal Blue (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top), sodium heparin (green-top) or lithium heparin (green-top) tube is also acceptable. Carefully clean skin prior to venipuncture. Avoid hemolysis.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Clotted; Moderate Hemolysis; Whole Blood
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Red Blood Cells (RBCs)
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Red Blood Cells (RBCs)
Processing Instructions
Separate plasma from RBC's and discard plasma. Transfer RBC's to a plastic transfer vial (trace element and metal free or plastic screw cap vial).
CPT Codes
84630
Revised
06-18-19
Initials
SL
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