Gold, Screen

Test ID: 

703743

CPT code:

80375

Clinical Use:

Therapeutic drug management; evaluate exposure to gold.

Specimen Type:

Serum or plasma

Requested Volume: 

1 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or green-top (heparin) tube.

Collection:

Serum or plasma should be separated from cells within two hours of venipuncture. Submit serum or plasma in a plastic transport tube.

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Storage Instructions:

Submission/transport (<3 days): Room temperature. For storage beyond three days, specimen should be refrigerated or frozen.