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LABORATORY TEST DIRECTORY

Selenium, Serum or Plasma

CPT Code(s): 84255
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 (no additive) or Royal Blue (EDTA)
Specimen Preparation:Centrifuge; do not allow serum or plasma to remain on cells. Transfer 2 mL serum or plasma to an RDL Trace Element-Free Transport Tube (RDL supply #43116). Available online through eSupply using RDL Connectâ„¢ or contact RDL Client Services at (888) 431-7474. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature:Room temperature. Also acceptable: Refrigerated or frozen.
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.
Aliases:
  • SeSerum selenium levelSES