Lead and Zinc Protoporphyrin (ZPP), Occupational Exposure, whole blood

CPT: 83655;84202

Synonyms

Pb; Zinc Protoporphyrin; ZPP

Expected Turnaround Time

2 days

Related Information

Lead: In-house validated method; ZPP: FDA Cleared

Specimen Requirements


Specimen

Whole blood, EDTA

Volume

2 mL

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Container

Royal blue-top (EDTA) metal-free tube

Collection

Collection time: Sampling time not critical

Storage Instructions

Submission/transport/storage: Refrigerate. Do not freeze. Specimen must be received within 5 days of collection. Protect from light.

Test Details


Use

Evaluate exposure to lead

Methodology

Inductively coupled plasma/mass spectrometry (ICP/MS); Fluorometry

Reference Interval

OSHA guideline, lead: <40 µg/dL; OSHA guideline, ZPP: <100 µg/dL