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HelpTest Code HGHAR Mercury, Hair
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
HairNecessary Information
Indicate source of hair (axillary, head, or pubic) if known.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Hair and Nails Collection Kit (T565)
Source: Head, beard, mustache, chest, pubic
Specimen Volume: 0.2 g
Collection Instructions: Prepare and transport specimen per the instructions in the kit or see Collecting Hair and Nails for Metals Testing.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.05 g
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Hair | Ambient (preferred) | |
| Frozen | ||
| Refrigerated | ||
Reference Values
0-15 years: Not established
≥16 years: <1.0 mcg/g of hair
Day(s) Performed
Wednesday
CPT Code Information
83825