TEST DESCRIPTION
TEST CODE
LEAD
CPT CODE
83655
EXPECTED TURNAROUND TIME
2-5 days
(TAT is the interval starting when a specimen and order are received in the laboratory and ends with release of the test result.) In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary. In the event that reflex testing is performed TAT turnaround times can be extended.
TEST INCLUDES
Lead
SYNONYMS
NA
COLLECTION
COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS
If previous lead test was Positive, do not substitute a capillary microtainer collection tube. A venous vein collection into a vacutainer tube is required.
SPECIMEN
Whole Blood
COLLECTION CONTAINERS
Lavender top tube (EDTA)
COLLECTION AMOUNTS
Preferred: 2.0mL
Minimum: 1.0mL
REJECTION CRITERIA
Capillary blood specimens are unacceptable.
PROCESSING
SPECIMEN PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS
⚠️ CRITICAL: Do not centrifuge. Do not open or share tube.
SHIPPING/TRANSPORT & STORAGE
STABILITIES/STORAGE
AMBIENT
REFRIGERATED
FROZEN
1 week(s)
2 week(s)
Unacceptable
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS
Ship refrigerated