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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)
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 | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hair | Ambient (preferred) | ||
| Frozen | |||
| Refrigerated | |||
Reference Values
<4.0 mcg/g of hair
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
CPT Code Information
83655