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Test Code LEAD CAP Lead Level, Capillary Screening

Cerner Test Code

LEAD SCRN

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Lav Micro

Specimen Draw Volume

1.0 mL

Processing Instructions

Draw in a capillary EDTA lavender top tube. Minimum volume is 0.5 mL of non-clotted blood. Tubes should be at least half full which otherwise could cause falsely low results.

Stability

Stability: Room Temp 24 hours

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

83655

Methodology

Electrochemistry

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry

Rejection Criteria

Rejection Criteria: Serum, Plasma or refrigerated Blood.