Lead Standard Profile, Blood

Test ID: 

703775

CPT code:

83655, 84202

Synonyms:

•Lead and Protoporphyrin (ZPP)

Clinical Use:

Monitor exposure to lead

Specimen Type:

Whole blood

Requested Volume: 

7 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.5 mL

Container Type: 

Royal blue-top (EDTA) tube or tan-top lead-free tube; submit original tube.

Collection:

Mix tube thoroughly to avoid clotting. Hemolysis will not affect the tests. Recollect if clots are present.

Storage Instructions:

Room temperature. Stable for five days at room temperature or for seven days when refrigerated.

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Rejection Criteria

Clotted specimen; frozen specimen; hemolyzed specimen; icteric specimen