Manganese, RBC

Test Code

16594

CPT Codes
83785<br><strong>This test is not available for New York patient testing.</strong>

Preferred Specimen

2 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA trace-metal (royal blue-top) tube

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

Whole blood collected in: EDTA (lavender-top) tube, EDTA (royal blue-top) tube, sodium heparin (green-top) tube, or sodium heparin trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube

Instructions

Carefully clean skin prior to venipuncture. Avoid worksite collection.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
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 the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Tues, Fri; Report available: 2-5 days

Reference Range

12-26 mcg/L

Clinical Significance

Manganese deficiency produces growth disorders, alters skeletal and cartilage formation and impairs reproduction. Industrial workers absorb manganese mainly through the lungs.

Performing Laboratory
MED FUSION
2501 South State Highway 121
Lewisville, TX 75067

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