Cobalt; Chromium; Nickel; Molybdenum; Titanium; Vanadium
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Implant Metal Profile, Blood
Test ID: DDIMP
Orderable by Ontario ND
Test
Method
ICP-MS
Report Includes
Specimens
Whole blood (K2-EDTA)
Clinical Utility
The Implant Metals Panel is a blood test that measures the circulating levels of the six most commonly used metals for implants. Annual assessment of the levels of implant metals even in asymptomatic patients can be useful for preventive purposes. Implant Profile; whole blood at external website.
Test Location
Doctor's Data, IL, USA
Test Version
9-May-2022
Specimen
Specimens
Whole blood (K2-EDTA)
Sample Volume
3.0 mL
Minimum Volume
2.0 mL
Additional Information
A specimen collection kit is available. To order a kit online, please register or login. For assistance or more information, please click here to send us an email or call 416-422-3000 x 300.
Stability
| Ambient | 30 Days |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 30 Days |
| Frozen | 30 Days |
Test Version
9-May-2022
Performance / Interpretation
Method
ICP-MS
Turnaround Time
7 days
Test Location
Doctor's Data, IL, USA
Test Version
9-May-2022
Interface / Setup
Test Version
9-May-2022