Test Overview
Method
High resolution sector field inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (HR-SF-ICP-MS)
Result Included
Copper (µg/L); Copper (µmol/L)
Specimen
Specimen Type
ErythrocytesContainers
Preferred Containers
BD 6 ml K2-EDTA Royal Blue Vacutainer (Reference # 368381)
Volume
Sample Volume
3.0 mL
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in contaminant-free tube.
Handling Information
Separate and transfer erythrocytes to a polypropylene transfer vial within 30 minutes. Store and send frozen.
Additional Information
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 20 days | 15 months | 15 months |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Copperµg/L551 - 862
-
Copperµmol/L8.7 - 13.6
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CU ERC | Copper,ERC,µg/L | 35338 | ug/L |
| Copper,ERC,µmol/L | 35340 | umol/L | |
| Trace Elements Reference Ranges | 34500 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-07-19