Test Overview
Method
High resolution sector field inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (HR-SF-ICP-MS)
Result Included
Copper (µg/L); Copper (µmol/L)
Specimen
Specimen Type
Whole Blood (K2-EDTA)Containers
Preferred Containers
BD 6 ml K2-EDTA Royal Blue Vacutainer (Reference # 368381)
Volume
Sample Volume
6.0 mL
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in contaminant-free tube.
Handling Information
Store and send cold.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 20 days | 15 months | 15 months |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Copperµg/LM: 683 - 1036
F: 752 - 1565 -
Copperµmol/LM: 10.8 - 16.3
F: 11.8 - 24.6
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CU WB | Copper,B,µg/L | 35342 | ug/L |
| Copper,B,µmol/L | 35344 | umol/L | |
| Trace Elements Reference Ranges | 34500 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-07-19