Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC93707Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Tin, Serum or Plasma
Also known as: Sn
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Evaluate exposure to tin
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Tin
AnalyteTin • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 5748-9
Result Codes
- 5748-9
Result Turnaround Time
5-9 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Royal blue-top (EDTA) metal-free tube
Collection Instructions
Serum or plasma should be separated from cells within two hours of venipuncture. Transfer separated serum or plasma to a metal-free transport tube.
Storage Instructions
Submission/transport (<3 days): Room temperature. For storage beyond three days, specimen should be refrigerated or frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed sample; use of non−metal-free collection tubes
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | <3 days |