Test Overview
Method
High resolution sector field inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (HR-SF-ICP-MS)
Result Included
Aluminum
Specimen
Specimen Type
Avoid gel separator tubesPlasma (K2-EDTA)
Containers
Preferred Containers
BD 6 ml K2-EDTA Royal Blue Vacutainer (Reference # 368381)
Volume
Sample Volume
2 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
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.
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Aluminumµg/L<= 7.9ng/L x 0.037
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Auminumnmol/L<= 293
Referral Location
Canada
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-07-19