Test Overview
Method
High resolution sector field inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (HR-SF-ICP-MS)
Result Included
Vanadium (µg/L); Vanadium (nmol/L)
Specimen
Specimen Type
Plasma (K2-EDTA)Containers
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. Avoid hemolysis.
Handling Information
Separate as soon as possible and transfer plasma to polypropylene vial. Store and send cold.
Additional Information
Concentrations of vanadium are higher in erythrocytes than in plasma. The results may be falsely elevated if not separated within 30 m and/or hemolysis is present.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 22 days | 14 months | 14 months |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Hemolysis | Visible |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Vanadiumµg/L<= 0.250
-
Vanadiumnmol/L<= 4.9
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-07-19