Thallium, Whole Blood
CPT Code(s): | 83018 |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation:Diet, medication, and nutritional supplements may introduce interfering substances. Patients should be encouraged to discontinue nutritional supplements, vitamins, minerals, and non-essential over-the-counter medications (upon the advice of their physician). Collect:Royal blue (K2EDTA or Na2EDTA). Specimen Preparation:Transport 7 mL whole blood in the original collection tube. (Min: 0.5 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature:Room temperature. Also acceptable: Refrigerated. Stability:If the specimen is drawn and stored in the appropriate container, the trace element values do not change with time. |
New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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