CHROMIUM, BLOOD | |
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Test Code: C164 | Specimen Collection: Whole Blood |
Component: Chromium, blood | Method: ICP-MS |
Collection Notes: Patient should refrain from taking mineral supplements and multivitamin three days prior to specimen collection. To avoid contamination, use powderless gloves. Draw one royal blue top tube of blood and discard. Draw second royal blue top tube, label tube with patient name. | |
Clinical Utility: Chromium is useful in monitoring exposure to chromium or to determine nutritional status. | |
CPT Code: 82495 | Testing Location: Sent to reference lab |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:WB EDTA Trace Metal (1 mL) Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 2 Months |