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HelpTest Code HMDB Heavy Metals Scrn, Whole Blood
Cerner Order Code
HMTB
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Acceptable: Dk Blue EDTA
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 4.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 3.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Avoid seafood consumption 48 hours prior to specimen collection. Collection material such as alcohol swabs should be lead free. Use powder-free gloves during collection.
Draw a Dark Blue EDTA tube and refrigerate. Send specimen in original tube. Do not centrifuge.
Stability
Stability: Room Temperature 5 days, Refrigerated 7 days
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Cloted specimen, Lavender EDTA Tube or frozen specimens.
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday | Thursday | Saturday
Turnaround Time
3 - 5 Days
CPT(s)
82175|83655|83825
Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry or Atomic Spectroscopy
Performing Location
Warde Medical Laboratory, Ann Arbor, MI.