Strontium, Urine

Test Code
26506


CPT Codes
83018

Preferred Specimen
1 mL urine collected in an acid-washed or trace-metal free plastic leak-proof container


Patient Preparation
Avoid exposure to gadolinium-based contrast media for 48 hours prior to sample collection

Minimum Volume

0.4 mL



Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 30 days
Refrigerated: 30 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by NMS Labs. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

Setup Schedule
Set up: As needed; Report available: 8 days


Report Available
8 Days


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.