Selenium, Urine

Test ID: 

703953

CPT code:

703953

Synonyms:

703953

Clinical Use:

Monitor industrial exposure to selenium

Specimen Type:

Urine (random or 24-hour)

Requested Volume: 

20 mL

Minimum Volume: 

5 mL

Container Type: 

Plastic urine container, no preservative

Collection:

Optional protocol: Instruct the patient to void at 8 AM and discard the specimen. Then collect all urine including the final specimen voided at the end of the 24-hour collection period (ie, 8 AM the next morning). Avoid contact with metal during collection. Screw the lid on securely

Storage Instructions:

Maintain specimen at room temperature.

Stability Requirements: