Test Overview
Method
High resolution sector field inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (HR-SF-ICP-MS)
Result Included
Zinc (µg/L); Zinc (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
-
Zincµg/L0-13y: 5194 - 15061
>= 13y: 9026- 15061 -
Zincµmol/L0-13y: 79 - 230
>= 13y: 138 - 230
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZN ERC | Zinc,ERC,µg/L | 35998 | ug/L |
| Zinc,ERC,µmol/L | 36000 | umol/L | |
| Trace Elements Reference Ranges | 34500 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-07-19