Cadmium Occupational Exposure, Random, Urine
Use
Detecting occupational exposure to cadmium using random urine specimens. The test reflects total body burden of cadmium via urine excretion normalized to creatinine; excretion above OSHA standard indicates significant exposure, guided by biological exposure index (BEI) thresholds and occupational safety guidelines.
Special Instructions
Only orderable as part of a profile (CDUOE or HMUOE) which includes both cadmium and creatinine assays. Profile includes Metals Analysis Specimen Collection and Transport instructions. Specimens evaluated for suitability. High gadolinium or iodine contrast interferes; avoid collection for 96 hours post-administration.
Limitations
This is a laboratory-developed test under CLIA; not FDA cleared or approved. Cadmium excretion must be normalized to creatinine; kidney damage may affect interpretation. Specimen evaluated for suitability; improper specimen handling or interference by contrast agents may affect results.
New York Approved
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 13471-8
- 13471-8
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Urine
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Collection Instructions
Clean, plastic urine container with no metal cap or glued insert; random urine specimen.
Patient Preparation
Avoid seafood for 48 hours prior; avoid collection for 96 hours after gadolinium or iodine contrast administration.
Causes for Rejection
All specimens evaluated for suitability.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 28 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |