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Selenium, RBC
Test Code17133
CPT Codes
84255<br /> ** This test is not available for New York patient testing. **
Includes
The recommended alternative for New York patient testing is TC 5507, Selenium, performed at Quest Diagnosics Nichols Institute
Preferred Specimen
2 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) trace metal-free tube
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
Whole blood collected in: EDTA (lavender-top) tube or sodium heparin trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube or sodium heparin (green-top) tube
Instructions
Carefully clean skin prior to venipuncture. Avoid worksite collection. Avoid hemolysis. Use the royal blue-topped "Trace-Metal" evacuated tube, which is available with EDTA, heparin or with no additives.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
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
A.M. Sets up 2 days a week.