Test Overview
Method
Inductively coupled plasma-triple quadrupole mass spectrometry (ICP-TripleQ MS)
Result Included
Copper
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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Copperµmol/L0 - 3m: 1.4 - 7.2
4 - 6m: 3.9 - 17.3
7 - 12m: 7.9 - 20.5
1 - 5 y: 12.6 - 23.6
6 - 9 y: 13.2 - 21.4
Male, 10 - 13 y: 12.6 - 19.0
Female, 10 - 13 y: 12.9 - 18.9
Male, ≥14 y: 11.2 - 20.6
Female, ≥14 y: 13.5 - 36.5µg/dL x 0.157
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HCU P | Copper | 60896 | umol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-09-30