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Cadmium Blood (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:Blood Cadmium
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:CAD
Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
Metal-Free EDTAMetal-Free EDTA
Adults Volume or Mass:6 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:A separate container is required for this test.
Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:Do Not Centrifuge
Store at 4'C
Assay Frequency:Weekly
External Laboratory:The Alfred Pathology Service (APS)
External Transport Instructions:Send at 4'C with Ice Pack