Methodology: Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry
Performed: Mon-Sat
Reported: 1-3 days

Specimen Required:
Collect: One 7 mL royal blue (no additive).
Transport: 2 mL serum at 20-25°C. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Remarks: Centrifuge and pour off serum. Do not allow serum to remain on cells.
Unacceptable Conditions: Separator tubes and gels.
Stability: If the sample is drawn and stored in the appropriate container, the trace element values do not change with time.

CPT Code: 82525