Benzene Level
Order Name
BENZENE B
Test Number: 3655075
Revision Date 12/12/2022
Test Number: 3655075
Revision Date 12/12/2022
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
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Benzene Level
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Headspace Gas Chromatography/Flame Ionization Detection (GC-FID) | 9330-2 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 20 mL (7 mL) | Whole Blood | Sodium Heparin (Green Top / No-Gel) | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Specimen Type: Green-top (heparin) tubes Specimen Storage: Refrigerate; specimen may also be frozen Specimen Collection: Collect adequate number of tubes to obtain the required specimen volume. Tubes should be completely filled to prevent loss of volatile compound into headspace. Special Instructions: Testing is performed at MEDTOX Laboratories TC 70245 |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 10 - 14 days |
| Clinical Use | Indicates exposure to benzene. |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 790400 |
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 790400 |
| CPT Code(s) | 84600 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |