Lead, Whole Blood (Venous)
Also known as: LEAD-WB
Use
This test is recommended for routine testing for lead exposure in patients. Occupational exposure cases may require consideration of Lead, Industrial, Whole Blood. The results provide critical information about lead levels in blood, which is important for diagnosing and managing lead exposure-related conditions. The reference intervals are based on the CDC's Blood Lead Reference Value, with tailored medical recommendations potentially varying by state and regulatory guidance.
Special Instructions
Submit Public Health Demographics Form only if complete demographic information is not transmitted to ARUP directly. Collection must adhere to trace-element-free specifications to avoid contamination. Royal blue or tan K2EDTA tubes are specified for accurate readings.
Limitations
Elevated lead levels might be due to contamination from skin or collection methods using tubes not certified to be trace element-free. The test may require a confirmation with a second specimen using a certified trace element-free tube to confirm accuracy. It is essential to contact respective state departments or regulatory bodies for more specific medical management guidance based on the results.
New York Approved
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 77307-7
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
3 or 6 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Royal blue (K2EDTA), Royal blue (NaHep), or tan (K2EDTA) tubes
Storage Instructions
Room temperature storage preferred, refrigeration is acceptable, freezing is unacceptable.
Causes for Rejection
Serum. Specimens collected in tubes other than specified. Clotted specimens. Capillary pediatric EDTA collection tubes.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Indefinitely |
| Refrigerated | Indefinitely |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |