Copper Urine (Random or 24hr)
Order Name
COPPER U
Test Number: 3629600
Revision Date 12/09/2022
Test Number: 3629600
Revision Date 12/09/2022
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Copper Urine (Random or 24hr)
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Inductively-Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 5 mL (1.3 mL) | Urine, 24-hour | 24 hour Urine Container | Room Temperature |
| Alternate 1 | 5 mL (1.3 mL) | Urine, Random | Trace Element-Free 24hr container | Room Temperature |
| Instructions | Notes: 1.3 mL (Note: This volume Does NOT allow for repeat testing). Specimen Type: Plastic urine container, no preservative Container Detail: No Preserv Specimen Storage: Maintain specimen at room temperature. Specimen Collection: 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). Screw the lid on securely. Special Instructions: Request form MUST state 24-hour collection volume, if applicable. Do not use preservative. Preservatives used for routine analysis may contain mercuric oxide (ie, Stabilur), which interferes with all metal testing. If both urinalysis and metal testing are Specimen Stability: Ambient: 14 days, Refrigerated : 14 days, Frozen: 14 days |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 2 - 4 days |
| Clinical Use | 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). High concentrations of iodine may interfere with elemental testing. Abstinence from iodine-containing medications or contrast agents for at least 1 month prior to collecting specimens for elemental testing is recommended. |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 003343 |
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 003343 |
| CPT Code(s) | 82525, 82570 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |