Test Code ZCRBC Zinc, RBC
Collection Container
Royal Blue top EDTA tube
Specimen Required
Red cells
Centrifuge tube within 45 minutes and separate plasma from cells. Discard the plasma. Submit red cells for testing.
Specimen Volume
Collect 6 mls whole blood
Minimum Specimen Volume
0.125 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
Room temp: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
CPT Code
84630
EMR Interface Order Code
10615