Test Code PBHA Lead, Hair
Reporting Name
Lead, HairUseful For
Detecting lead exposure using hair specimens
Method Name
Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen 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
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Hair | Ambient (preferred) | ||
Frozen | |||
Refrigerated |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
<4.0 mcg/g of hair
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
CPT Code Information
83655
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
PBHA | Lead, Hair | 5673-9 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
31898 | Lead, Hair | 5673-9 |
PBHSC | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |