Test Details

Mnemonic

THAL

Ordering Code

3510300

CPT-4 Code(s)

83018

Specimen Information

Collect

Dark blue trace element EDTA

Specimen Preparation

Collect whole blood in Dark blue trace metal EDTA until tube is full. Send original collection tube.

Minimum Volume

0.3 mL

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Rejection Criteria

Gross icterus, heparinized whole blood

Stability

Room temperature: 28 days
Refrigerated: 28 days
Frozen: 28 days

Methodology

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry
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Reference Range

0-17 years: Not established
≥18 years: <2 ng/mL
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Performing Laboratory

MAYO
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New York DOH Approval Status

Yes
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