| Methodology: |
Quantitative Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectrometry
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| Performed: |
Varies
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| Reported: |
3-9 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Royal blue, plastic (trace metal-free; EDTA) or royal blue, plastic (trace metal-free; no additive).
Specimen Preparation: Separate from cells within 2 hours of draw. Transfer 2 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Trace Element-Free Transport Tube (ARUP supply #43116). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. (Min: 0.7 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Also acceptable: Room temperature or frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions: Glass containers or separator tubes.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 month; Refrigerated: 1 month; Frozen: 1 month
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