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Lead, Blood, Filter Paper

CPT

83655

Test Details

Methodology

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)

Result Turnaround Time

4 - 7 days

Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.

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Use

This test is used to evaluate exposure to lead.

Special Instructions

This assay currently is not available in New York state or California.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen

Two free-falling blood drops approximating size of imprinted circles (dime-sized) on supplied filter paper collector. Drop blood onto the paper. Do not touch paper to skin.

Volume

2 free-falling blood drops

Minimum Volume

1 free-falling blood drop

Container

Filter Paper Collection Card (PeopleSoft No. 107973 or 111742)

Storage Instructions

Maintain specimen at room temperature. Stable at room temperature for up to six months.

LOINC® Map

Order Code Order Code Name Order Loinc Result Code Result Code Name UofM Result LOINC
791280 Lead, Blood, Filter Paper 10368-9 791276 Lead ug/dL 10368-9
791280 Lead, Blood, Filter Paper 10368-9 791278 State Reported To: 68488-6
791280 Lead, Blood, Filter Paper 10368-9 791279 Sample Type 66746-9
Order Code791280
Order Code NameLead, Blood, Filter Paper
Order Loinc10368-9
Result Code791276
Result Code NameLead
UofMug/dL
Result LOINC10368-9
Order Code791280
Order Code NameLead, Blood, Filter Paper
Order Loinc10368-9
Result Code791278
Result Code NameState Reported To:
UofM
Result LOINC68488-6
Order Code791280
Order Code NameLead, Blood, Filter Paper
Order Loinc10368-9
Result Code791279
Result Code NameSample Type
UofM
Result LOINC66746-9