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HelpTest Code Z0730 Benzene, Blood
Additional Codes
| Ordering Mnemonic | Mayo ID |
| EPIC NAME: BENZENE, BLOOD | FBEN |
| EPIC CODE: LAB2033 |
Method Name
Headspace Gas Chromatography/Flame Ionization Detection (GC-FID
Specimen Type
WB Sodium Heparin
Specimen Required
Container/Type: 2 Olive green-top (sodium heparin no-gel)
Specimen volume: 20 mL
Collection Instructions: Tubes should be drawn at end of shift. Tubes should be filled to prevent loss of volatile compound into headspace.
Specimen Minimum Volume
2.5 mL (in two tubes)
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| WB Sodium Heparin | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |
Refect Due To
|
Hemolysis |
NA |
|
Thawing |
NA |
|
Lipemia |
NA |
|
Icterus |
NA |
|
Other |
N |