Lead, Whole Blood LEADV (Venous sample) or LEADCP (Capillary sample)
| Method(s) | Atomic Absorption Graphite Furnace |
|---|---|
| Specimen Required | |
| Collect | One 3 mL tan (EDTA) top tube. |
| Transport | 3 mL whole blood at 2-8º C. (Min: 1.5 mL) |
| Remarks | Billing Codes: Venous 1010382; Capillary 1010381 |
| Stability | Refrigerated: 8 days |
| Schedule | Mon-Fri |
| Billing Code | 1010382 |
| CPTCode | 83655 |
| Notes | This test requires a lead requisition form (see link above). Please fill out the form COMPLETELY. Venous specimen preferred. Recommend tan top plastic tube certified lead free (Becton-Dickinson). Capillary specimen also acceptable if patient's hands are carefully washed BEFORE collection. Lavender (EDTA) and royal blue top tubes with EDTA additives may also be used. |
| Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s) | |
| Reference Interval | |
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0.0 - 4.9 mcg/dL |
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