Copper
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Copper, Erythrocyte
Test ID: HCU ERC
Test
Method
ICP-TripleQ MS
Platform
Inductively Coupled Plasma Triple-Quad Mass Spectrometry
Report Includes
Specimens
Erythrocytes
Test Location
Hamilton General Hospital, 237 Barton St E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Erythrocytes
Collection Containers
Preferred
BD 6 ml K2-EDTA Royal Blue Vacutainer (Reference # 368381)
Sample Volume
2 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in contaminant-free tube.
Handling Information
Separate and transfer erythrocytes to a polypropylene transfer vial. Store and send frozen.
Additional Information
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
ICP-TripleQ MS
Platform
Inductively Coupled Plasma Triple-Quad Mass Spectrometry
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | µmol/L |
|
µg/dL x 0.157 | |
Test Location
Hamilton General Hospital, 237 Barton St E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HCU ERC | 60904Copper, Erythrocytes |
Test Version
30-Sep-2019