Gold, Urine Test (2171U)
| Analysis Code |
2171U |
| Test Name |
Gold, Urine |
| Test Includes |
Gold [GFAAS] |
| Compound Synonym(s) |
Au
Aurothioglucose
Aurothiomalate |
| Purpose |
Exposure Monitoring/Investigation; Therapeutic Drug Monitoring |
| Category |
Metal/Element |
| Method(s) |
Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (GFAAS) |
| Specimen Requirements |
1 mL Urine |
| Transport Temperature |
Refrigerated |
| Specimen Container |
Plastic container (Acid washed or Trace metal-free) |
| Special Handling |
Avoid exposure to gadolinium-based contrast media for 48 hours prior to sample collection. |
| Light Protection Required |
Not Required |
| Stability |
Room Temperature: 14 day(s)
Refrigerated: 14 day(s)
Frozen (-20 °C): 14 day(s) |
| Rejection Criteria |
None |
| Day(s) Test Set-up |
[GFAAS] Wednesday 2nd Shift 2 days |
| Suggested CPT Code |
[GFAAS] 80172 |
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