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Cadmium, Blood : 299
Test CodeCADMIB or 299
CPT Codes
82300
Instructions
Avoid worksite collection. Phlebotomist should wear powderless gloves. Tests performed on a specimen submitted in a non-trace element tube or non-acid-washed/non-metal-free container may not accurately reflect the patient's level. If a non-trace element tube/container is received, it will be accepted for testing. However, elevated results shall be reported with a message that re-submission with a trace element tube/container is recommended.
Transport Container
Preferred Specimen
4 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) tube
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Alternative Specimen: Sodium heparin (royal blue-top) tube
4 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) tube
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Alternative Specimen: Sodium heparin (royal blue-top) tube
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days; Refrigerated: 14 days; Frozen: 14 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted specimen
Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Setup Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
1-4 days
Reference Range
Adults, Non-Smokers ≤1.7 mcg/L
Adults, Smokers ≤5.0 mcg/L
OSHA Reference Range ≤5.0 mcg/L
Toxic Concentration Early signs of toxicity have been observed at 30 mcg/L
Adults, Smokers ≤5.0 mcg/L
OSHA Reference Range ≤5.0 mcg/L
Toxic Concentration Early signs of toxicity have been observed at 30 mcg/L
Clinical Significance
Cadmium is a naturally occurring element that is mined and used in industrial production because of its durability. Excessive cadmium exposure can damage lungs, kidneys, and the digestive tract.
Performing Laboratory
med fusion
