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EPIC ORDER CODE TEST DOWN Lead, Whole Blood, Capillary

Important Note

Due to reagent backorder, test is currently being referred to Mayo.  Please use mayo test for collection/processing of specimens.

Additional Codes

SQ: LEADX

SPECIMEN

Container/Tube Type: Lavender (EDTA)
Capillary specimens only.

Collection Information: Collect blood in a lavender (EDTA) microtainer.

Transport Information: Transport original container refrigerated to laboratory.

Minimum Sample Volume: 0.2 mL of EDTA whole blood

Unacceptable Conditions: Clotted specimens

SPECIMEN STABILITY

Stability Comments: Samples must be received in the laboratory and mixed with pretreatment reagent within 72 hours of specimen collection.

Stability

Refrigerated Stability: 72 hours
Preferred

Ambient Stability: 72 hours
Acceptable