Copper, RBC | Test Detail | Quest Diagnostics

Copper, RBC

Test Code

3481

CPT Code(s)

82525

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

Test Code

3481

CPT Code(s)

82525

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

Copper, RBC - Copper is an essential element that is a cofactor of many enzymes. Copper metabolism is distributed in Wilson's disease, Menkes disease, primary biliary cirrhosis, and Indian childhood cirrhosis. Copper concentrations increase in acute phase reactions. Copper concentrations are decreased with nephrosis, malabsorption, and malnutrition. Copper concentrations are also useful to monitor patients, especially preterm newborns, on nutritional supplementation. Results of copper are often interpreted together with ceruloplasmin.

Test Resources

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Test 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.

This test is not available for New York patient testing.

Reference Range(s)

0.53-0.91 mg/L

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Methodology

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Assay Category

Reference Range(s)

0.53-0.91 mg/L

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

0.5 mL red blood cells collected in an EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube

Alternative Specimen(s)

Red blood cells collected in: EDTA (lavender-top), sodium heparin trace metal-free (royal blue-top), sodium heparin (green-top), sodium heparin lead-free (tan-top), or lithium heparin (green-top) tube

Minimum Volume

0.3 mL

Transport Container

EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

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

Reject Criteria

Gross hemolysis • Clotted

Setup Schedule, Collection Instructions

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

0.5 mL red blood cells collected in an EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube

Alternative Specimen(s)

Minimum Volume

0.3 mL

Transport Container

EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

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

Reject Criteria

Gross hemolysis • Clotted

Setup Schedule, 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.

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