Zinc, Random Urine
Test Code
16502
84630, 82570
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
Clinical Significance
Zinc, Random Urine - Zinc is an essential element involved in a myriad of enzyme systems including wound healing, immune function, and fetal development. Zinc measurements are used to detect and monitor industrial, dietary, and accidental exposure to zinc. Also, Zinc measurements may be used to evaluate health and monitor response to treatment.
Test Resources
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Test Details
Creatinine
Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
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.
Reference Range(s)
| Zinc, Random Urine | 100-810 mcg/g creat |
Creatinine, Random Urine
| ≤6 Months | 2-28 mg/dL |
| 7-11 Months | 2-31 mg/dL |
| 1-2 Years | 2-110 mg/dL |
| 3-8 Years | 2-130 mg/dL |
| 9-12 Years | 2-160 mg/dL |
| >12 Years Male | 20-320 mg/dL |
| >12 Years Female | 20-275 mg/dL |
Preferred Specimen(s)
7 mL random urine collected in an acid-washed or metal-free container
Minimum Volume
3 mL
Collection Instructions
Collect urine in an acid-washed or metal-free plastic container
Transport Container
Acid-washed plastic urine container
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
- Room temperature: 5 days
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 28 days
Reject Criteria
Hemolysis • Fecal contamination
Setup Schedule
7 mL random urine collected in an acid-washed or metal-free container
3 mL
Collect urine in an acid-washed or metal-free plastic container
Acid-washed plastic urine container
Room temperature
Room temperature: 5 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days
Hemolysis • Fecal contamination