| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry |
| Test Name: |
ZINC PROTOPORPHYRIN - (B)
Test Code:
ZPP
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| Clinical Information: |
It is recommended that lead be ordered simultaneously to detect lead exposure. ZPP may not be a good indicator of lead exposure in women or children.
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| Collection Devices: |
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| Specimen Required: |
Blood: 6.0 mL
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| Referral: |
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| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: | |
| Availability: |
Within 10 Days
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| More Information: |
Do not centrifuge...whole blood sample required. Type "Zinc Protoporphyrin" in Clinical Details. DO NOT freeze. Specimen must be analyzed within 5 days of collection. Store and send in original plastic trace element collection tube refrigerated temperature to In-Common Laboratories.
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