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Method Name
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
Reporting Name
Zinc, Red Blood CellSpecimen Type
Metal Free EDTA PlasmaRBCS
Collect whole blood from a metal free EDTA (royal blue top) tube. Spin down and separate plasma and red blood cells immediately. Ship 2 mL plasma and 2 mL RBC in metal free tubes, refrigerate.
Note: Both plasma and RBCs are required for testing.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Free EDTA Plasma | Refrigerated | 5 days |
| RBCS | Refrigerated | 5 days |
Reference Values
Zinc, Plasma: 70 - 120 ug/dL
Zinc, RBC: 1,000 - 1,600 ug/dL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Medtox Laboratories, Inc.CPT Code Information
84630