Test Overview
Dynamic Reaction Cell-Inductively Coupled Plasma / Mass Spectrometry (DRC-ICP/MS)
Marked elevations of hepatic copper are characteristic of Wilson's disease (hepatolenticular degeration) and PBC.
Males- 10 - 35 mcg/g dry weight; Females- <50 mcg/g dry wt.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
3 - 6 days
- Cu
- Cu, Liver Tissue
- Wilson's Disease
- CU-T
- COPPER, LIVER TISSUE
Specimen Requirements
A minimum of 2 mg of fresh or frozen liver tissue is required for analysis. This is typically a piece of tissue from a 14-gauge needle biopsy at least 0.5 cm long. If an 18-gauge needle is used, the tissue must be at least 1 cm in length. The 18-gauge needle produces a specimen that is thin and fragile and difficult to handle. Fresh or frozen specimen is preferred. Place specimen in a metal free container and refrigerate.
Additional Information
Test sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories.