Heavy Metals Comprehensive Panel, Urine

Test Code
14573


CPT Codes
82175, 82300, 82570, 83655, 83825, 83018 (x2)<br><strong>This test is not available for New York patient testing</strong>

Includes
Arsenic, Cadmium, Cobalt, Lead, Mercury, Thallium, Creatinine


Preferred Specimen
7 mL urine collected in an acid-washed or metal-free plastic container


Minimum Volume
3 mL


Instructions

Avoid worksite collection.

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 a re-submission with a trace element tube/container is recommended.



Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: 14 days


Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Med Fusion. 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: Mon-Sat; Report available: 2-5 days


Limitations
Ingestion of seafood within three days of specimen collection can affect results.


Reference Range
See individual tests


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



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.