Lead, Blood, Filter Paper

Test Code
93779


CPT Codes
83655<br>This test is not available for New York patient testing<br>Limited Access Code

Preferred Specimen
2 blood drops on filter paper - See instructions


Instructions

Two free-falling blood drops approximating size of imprinted circles (dime-sized) on supplied filter paper collector. Drop blood onto the paper. Do not touch paper to skin.

Storage Instructions: Maintain specimen at room temperature. Stable at room temperature for up to six months.



Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 6 months
Refrigerated: Unacceptable
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry

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

Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 4-7 days


Reference Range
<5




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.