5 mL plain blood collected in trace metal free tube Fasting sample recommended.
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
≥ 20 yrs: 724 - 1244 ug/L
Mean = 7 days ; Range 3 - 11 days
Monday - Friday
Instructions Before Sampling:
Patient should avoid taking either gadolinium or iodine containing contrast media for at least 4 days as they can interfere with trace metal tests.
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