Lead, Blood, Filter Paper

TEST: 791280
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CPT: 83655
Updated on 09/24/2024
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Special Instructions

This assay currently is not available in New York state or California.

This assay currently is not available in New York state.

This assay currently is not available in New York state or California.

Expected Turnaround Time

4 - 7 days

Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.

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Specimen Requirements

Specimen

Two free-falling blood drops approximating size of imprinted circles (dime-sized) on supplied filter paper collector. Drop blood onto the paper. Do not touch paper to skin.

Volume

2 free-falling blood drops

Minimum Volume

1 free-falling blood drop

Container

Filter Paper Collection Card (PeopleSoft No. 107973 or 111742)

Filter Paper Collection Card (PeopleSoft N° 107973 or 111742)

Filter Paper Collection Card (PeopleSoft No. 107973 or 111742)

Storage Instructions

Maintain specimen at room temperature. Stable at room temperature for up to six months.

Test Details

Use

This test is used to evaluate exposure to lead.

Evaluate exposure to lead

This test is used to evaluate exposure to lead.

Methodology

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)

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