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Chromium (Fluid)
Alternate Names
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Test Code
FLCHR
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type
Synovial Fluid
Container Type
Sterile Container
Medicare Rebate
Yes
Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information
High concentrations of Gadolinium and Iodine are known to interfere with most metals tests. If either Gadolinium- or Iodine- containing contrast media has been administered, a specimen should not be collected for at least 96 hours.
Collection Instructions
To limit the possibility of contamination, the first collected container should not be used for Chromium. If no other tubes need to be collected please collect 2 containers and discard first collected.
Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Weekly
Min Test Volume
2mL
Add On Test Suitability
This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, if refrigerated.
