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Nickel, Whole Blood Test

The nickel, whole blood test is used to evaluate exposure to nickel.


Test Code: 790396

CPT Code: 83885

Also Known As: Ni

Methodology:

Inductively coupled plasma/mass spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

No special preparation required.

Test Results:

4-7 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.


Test Code: 3500

CPT Code: 83885

Also Known As: Ni

Methodology:

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

No special preparation required.

Test Results:

3-6 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

Whole blood nickel helps to estimate the degree of acute nickel poisoning. Nickel can come in contact with the body in two ways, through breathing in dust and fumes containing nickel or from skin contact.

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