Chromium, Serum

Test code

5248

CPT code(s)*

82495

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Clinical significance

Chromium, Serum - Occupational exposure and exposure to environmental contamination of chromium may lead to toxicity. The need for chromium supplements is unproven. Supplements taken in excess can lead to toxicity.

Test resources

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Details

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.

Specimen requirements
Patient preparation	None Specified
Preferred specimen(s)	2 mL serum collected in a no additive (royal blue-top) tube
Minimum volume	1 mL
Collection instructions	Draw one royal blue-top tube of blood and discard. Draw second royal-blue top tube. Allow to clot in an upright position. Centrifuge and pour (do not pipette) the serum into a metal-free tube. Note: Tests performed on a specimen submitted in a non-trace element tube or non acid-washed/non metal-free container 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 a re-submission with a trace element tube/container is recommended.
Transport container	Acid-washed or metal-free tube
Transport temperature	Room temperature
Specimen stability	Room temperature: 5 days Refrigerated: 10 days Frozen: 21 days

Reference range(s)

≤1.4 mcg/L

LOINC® codes

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

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