Zinc, 24‑Hour Urine (NY)
Use
Zinc is an essential element involved in a myriad of enzyme systems including wound healing, immune function, and fetal development. Zinc measurements are used to detect and monitor industrial, dietary, and accidental exposure to zinc. Also, zinc measurements may be used to evaluate health and monitor response to treatment.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
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Specimen
Urine
Volume
7 mL
Minimum Volume
3 mL
Container
acid washed or metal free plastic urine container
Collection Instructions
24 hour urine collected in an acid washed or metal free plastic urine container; record total volume on specimen container and on test requisition; collect without preservative
Causes for Rejection
hemolysis; fecal contamination; random urine
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 5 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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