ZINC, SERUM OR PLASMA

Test Code: L093Specimen Collection: Plasma
Component:

Zinc

Method:

ICP/MS

Collection Notes: Specimen must be collected in an EDTA trace metal tube or a serum trace metal tube. Separate serum or plasma from cells within two hours of collection. Transfer the serum or plasma into a plastic acid-washed or metal-free vial and transport at room temperature. Hemolyzed samples, plasma or serum not separated from cells within two hours or samples submitted in non-trace metal certified containers are not acceptable.
Clinical Utility: Zinc levels are used to detect and monitor industrial, dietary, and accidental exposure to zinc. Also, Zinc measurements may be used to evaluate health and monitor response to treatment.
CPT Code: 84630Testing Location: Sent to reference lab
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

Plasma EDTA Trace Metal(3mL)

Ambient
 
5
 
Days
Refrigerated
 
10
 
Days
Frozen
 
30
 
Days

Serum Trace Metal (3 mL)

Ambient
 
5
 
Days
Refrigerated
 
10
 
Days
Frozen
 
30
 
Days
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