Vanadium Quantitative, Serum or Plasma
Also known as: VANADIU SP
Use
The Vanadium Quantitative, Serum or Plasma test is used for determining the concentration of vanadium in a patient's serum or plasma. It is primarily utilized in the assessment of exposure to vanadium, a trace element, which is of particular importance in occupational health settings where exposure risk is higher. The test helps in monitoring occupational exposure and in evaluating potential vanadium toxicity in individuals who are at risk.
Special Instructions
The test is not performed at ARUP Laboratories; separate specimens are required if multiple tests are ordered simultaneously. Ensure correct use of acid-washed transfer vials or trace element-free transport tubes available through ARUP eSupply or by contacting ARUP Client Services.
Limitations
The test's performance characteristics have been determined by NMS Labs and have not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. Elevated results may occur due to environmental contamination during specimen collection; thus, unexpected elevated results should be confirmed with a second specimen collected in a metal-free container to ensure accuracy.
New York Approved
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 5756-2
Result Turnaround Time
6-11 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Container
Acid-washed transfer vial or trace element-free transport tube
Collection Instructions
Separate from cells as soon as possible or within 2 hours of collection and transfer to the appropriate container.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated is preferred; also acceptable at room temperature or frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Glass containers and separator tubes.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 1 month |
| Refrigerated | 1 month |
| Frozen | 1 month |