| EX0340 CHROMIUM, 24 HOUR URINE |
| Specimen: |
20 mL (10 mL min.) aliquot of 24-hour urine collected in an acid-washed (metal-free) container kit. Mix thoroughly. Transfer 10 mL aliquot to vial provided in the kit. Measure 24-hour total volume and record on vial and test request form. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Use powderless gloves during specimen collection. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 6 hrs |
72 hrs |
1 week |
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| Method: |
ICPMS |
| Comment: |
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| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
This assay is used for screening occupational exposure to Chromium and for monitoring metallic prosthetic implant ware. Chromium concentrations are increased in patients with metallic joint prostheses. Chromium is principally excreted in the urine, hence urine levels correlate better with exposure. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Physician |
| Disease: |
Industrial diseases |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
BIOPHYSICS |
| Pre Test Information: |
If Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media has been administered, the specimen should not be collected for 96 hours. |
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