Test Overview
Method
Inductively coupled plasma-triple quadrupole mass spectrometry (ICP-TripleQ MS)
Result Included
Mercury
Specimen
Specimen Type
Whole Blood (K2-EDTA)Containers
Preferred Containers
BD 6 ml K2-EDTA Royal Blue Vacutainer (Reference # 368381)
Volume
Sample Volume
4 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in contaminant-free tube.
Handling Information
Do not open tube or separate. Store and send cold.
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Mercurynmol/L0 - 10
Alert Value: >50
Action Value: >200µg/L x 4.99
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMERC WB | Mercury Whole Blood | 61160 | nmol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-09-30