CHROMIUM

Synonyms: Cr
Computer Code: (RCRM)
Specimen Collection: 4 mL blood (royal blue EDTA top tube). Deliver immediately to Special Chemistry.
Minimum Volume: 3 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Centrifuge, remove plasma, refrigerate. Min 1.5 mL. Plasma must be removed immediately.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 6 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 82495
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII