Cobalt, Blood | Test Detail | Quest Diagnostics

Cobalt, Blood

Test Code

35417

CPT Code(s)

83018

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

Test Code

35417

CPT Code(s)

83018

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

Cobalt, Blood - Cobalt is part of our diet. Approximately 85% of absorbed cobalt is excreted in the urine and the remainder eliminated in stool. Toxicity may occur in select industrial environments. Cobalt is not mined in the United States so primary supplies are imported.

Test Resources

Test Summary

Cobalt, Blood

Test Summary

Comprehensive Toxic Metal Panel, 24-Hour Urine

Test Details

Patient Preparation

Patient should refrain from taking mineral supplements, vitamin B₁₂ or vitamin B complex 3 days prior to specimen 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)

≤1.8 mcg/L

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Patient Preparation

Patient should refrain from taking mineral supplements, vitamin B₁₂ or vitamin B complex 3 days prior to specimen collection

Methodology

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Assay Category

Reference Range(s)

≤1.8 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

Alternative Specimen(s)

Sodium heparin (royal blue-top) tube

Tests performed on a specimen submitted in a non-trace element tube/container (non-acid washed) may not accurately reflect the patient's level. If a non-trace element tube/container is received, it will be accepted for testing. However, elevated results shall be reported with a message that re-submission with a trace element tube/container is recommended.

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Collection Instructions

Avoid worksite collection. To avoid contamination, use powderless gloves. Do not aliquot specimens.

Transport Container

EDTA (royal blue-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

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

Alternative Specimen(s)

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Collection Instructions

Avoid worksite collection. To avoid contamination, use powderless gloves. Do not aliquot specimens.

Transport Container

EDTA (royal blue-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Setup Schedule

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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