Arsenic, Blood | Test Detail | Quest Diagnostics

Arsenic, Blood

Test Code

269

CPT Code(s)

82175

CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.

Test Code

269

CPT Code(s)

82175

CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.

Ordering Restrictions may apply. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.

Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.

In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.

Clinical Significance

Arsenic, Blood - This assay is used to monitor exposure to arsenic, wellness, and therapy during treatment of chronic myelocytic leukemia.

Test Resources

Test Summary

Comprehensive Toxic Metal Panel, 24-Hour Urine

Test Details

Patient Preparation

Avoid seafood consumption for 48 hours prior to sample collection

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.

Reference Range(s)

<23 mcg/L

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Patient Preparation

Avoid seafood consumption for 48 hours prior to sample collection

Methodology

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Assay Category

Reference Range(s)

<23 mcg/L

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

4 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Transport Container

EDTA (royal blue-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 10 days
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Reject Criteria

Clotted specimen

Setup Schedule, Alternative Specimen(s), Collection Instructions

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

4 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Transport Container

EDTA (royal blue-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 10 days
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Reject Criteria

Clotted specimen

Setup Schedule, Alternative Specimen(s), Collection Instructions

Service Area must be determined

Ordering Restrictions may apply. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.

Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.

In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.

Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

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