Test Overview
Method
Inductively coupled plasma-triple quadrupole mass spectrometry (ICP-TripleQ MS)
Result Included
Aluminum (µg/L); Aluminum (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.
Handling Information
Separate as soon as possible and transfer plasma to polypropylene vial. Store and send cold.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 22 days | 14 months | 14 months |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Aluminumµg/L0.0 - 7.9
-
Aluminumnmol/L0 - 293
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HALU P | Aluminium | 60500 | nmol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-05-17