Test Code LEADX Lead, Whole Blood, Capillary

Important Note

For capillary specimens only! Please refer to PBDVM for venous specimens.

Test ID

LEADX

EPIC Test ID

LAB830

Container/Tube Type:

Lavender (EDTA)
Capillary specimens only.

Collection Information:

Collect blood in a lavender (EDTA) microtainer.

Transport Information:

Transport original container refrigerated to laboratory.

0.2 mL of EDTA whole blood

Refrigerated Stability:

72 hours
Preferred

Ambient Stability:

72 hours
Acceptable

Samples must be received in the laboratory and mixed with pretreatment reagent within 72 hours of specimen collection.

Performed:

Daily

Aniodic Stripping

Clotted specimens