Mercury (Urine - Spot/Random) Test | Austin Pathology

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Mercury (Urine - Spot/Random)

Alternate Names	Hg, Mercury Random Urine
Test Code	MISCSO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Urine - Spot/Random
Container Type	70 mL Sterile Container (Yellow Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	For testing of industrial exposure to mercury. For organic forms of exposure, e.g. through food ingestion, refer to Mercury - Blood.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Weekly
Min Test Volume	5mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, if refrigerated.

Container ID	CB, CBS, CR, POT
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample in 4°C Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Biochemistry, Alfred Pathology Services
Accredited Test	Yes

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