Micronutrient, Zinc, Plasma
Test code
CPT code(s)*
Test resources
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Details
Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Assay category
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | None Specified |
| Preferred specimen(s) | 2 mL plasma collected in an EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube |
| Alternative specimen(s) | Serum collected in: No additive (royal blue-top) tube |
| Minimum volume | 0.7 mL |
| Collection instructions | Patients should be 18 years of age or greater. Separate plasma or serum from cells within two hours. Transfer separated plasma/serum to a plastic acid-washed or metal-free vial. |
| Transport container | Plastic acid-washed or metal-free vial |
| Transport temperature | Room temperature |
| Specimen stability | Room temperature: 10 days Refrigerated: 30 days Frozen: 30 days |
| Reject criteria | Hemolysis • Plasma/serum not separated from cells within 2 hours • Specimens submitted in non-trace element or non-acid washed container |
Reference Range(s)
| ≥18 years | 60-130 mcg/dL |
Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
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