Test Overview
Method
High resolution sector field inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (HR-SF-ICP-MS)
Result Included
Mercury (µg/L); Mercury (nmol/L)
Specimen
Specimen Type
Whole Blood (K2-EDTA)Containers
Preferred Containers
BD 6 ml K2-EDTA Royal Blue Vacutainer (Reference # 368381)
Volume
Sample Volume
6.0 mL
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in contaminant-free tube.
Handling Information
Store and send cold.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 20 days | 15 months | 15 months |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Mercuryµg/L0-17y: <= 1.72
> 17y: <= 3.70 -
Mercurynmol/L0-17y: <= 8.6
> 17y: <= 18.5
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERC WB | Mercury,B,µg/L | 35522 | ug/L |
| Mercury,B,nmol/L | 35524 | nmol/L | |
| Trace Elements Reference Ranges | 34500 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-07-19