Zinc Protoporphyrin (ZPP)

Test Code

948

CPT Codes
84202

Preferred Specimen

2 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube - protect from light

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

Light protected whole blood collected in an: EDTA (royal blue-top), sodium heparin (green-top), sodium heparin lead-free (tan-top), sodium heparin (royal blue-top), or potassium EDTA, lead-free (tan-top) tube

Instructions

Specimen should be foil-wrapped to protect from light. Use a lead-free tube if blood lead is also requested.

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 4 days
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Hemolysis • Received frozen • Clotted

Methodology
Hematofluorometry

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 1-2 days

Report Available

1 to 2 Day(s)

Limitations

Aluminum and anemia of chronic disease may cause elevated results.

Clinical Significance

Zinc protoporphyrin (ZPP) accumulates in erythrocytes as a result of chronic lead absorption or iron deficiency anemia.

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.