Test Overview
Method
Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
Result Included
Gold
Specimen
Specimen Type
Plasma (K2 EDTA)Serum
Containers
Preferred Containers
BD K2-EDTA Royal Blue top (Reference # 368381 for plasma)
Acceptable Containers
BD non additive Royal Blue top (Reference # 368380 for serum)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in contaminant-free tube.
Handling Information
Separate and transfer to polypropylene vial as soon as possible. Store and send cold.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 30 days | 1 year |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
22 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Goldµmol/L0 - 0.50
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOLD | Gold | 28617 | umol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-07-05