Selenium, Serum or Plasma
Use
Monitor selenium deficiency and occupational exposure
Special Instructions
Ensure the specimen is collected in a royal blue-top tube (EDTA or without EDTA) and transferred immediately to a certified metal-free transport tube for shipping to the laboratory. This is crucial to prevent contamination and ensure accurate results.
Limitations
The test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Labcorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration, which may imply that certain standards have not been evaluated by the FDA. Limitations may exist in terms of variability due to biological factors or specimen handling that could influence the results.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 5724-0
- 5724-0
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Container
Royal blue-top (without EDTA) tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum or plasma immediately after the collection, and transfer to a certified metal-free transport tube (PeopleSoft No. 111166) for shipment to the laboratory.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Certified metal-free plastic transport tube not submitted
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 28 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |