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Copper, Whole Blood

Order Code
081041
CPT
82525
Test Details
TAT

11 days

Methodology

Inductively coupled plasma/mass spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

General copper test in serum. Helps diagnose Wilsons disease or copper deficiency.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Royal blue-top (EDTA) metal-free tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 8 days
Frozen 6 months
Order Code
081041
CPT
82525
Test Details
TAT

11 days

Methodology

Inductively coupled plasma/mass spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

General copper test in serum. Helps diagnose Wilsons disease or copper deficiency.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Royal blue-top (EDTA) metal-free tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 8 days
Frozen 6 months