Test Name
Mercury, Blood
Lab Section
Specimen Processing Area
Fluid TypeWhole Blood
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Dark Blue Top with EDTA, preferred. Sodium Heparin Non Gel Green Top also acceptable.
Container Whole Blood Required3 ml whole blood in Dark Blue Top with EDTA, preferred. Sodium Heparin Non Gel Green Top also acceptable.
Summary Test NameMercury, Blood
Minimum Volume5 ml whole blood
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Specimen Preparation In HouseDo not spin. Refrigerate until shipped
Patient PreparationPatient should refrain from eating predatory fish, such as swordfish, tuna, and shark for at least 3 days before specimen collection.
Reference ValueAccompanies report