Test Overview
Test Methodology

Inductively Coupled Plasma - Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)

Test Usage

Evaluate disorders of copper metabolism, such as Wilson's Disease.

Reference Range *

<55 mcg/24 hr

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Analytic Time

24 hours

Soft Order Code
COPPU
MiChart Code
Copper, 24 HR Urine
Synonyms
  • Cu, Urine
  • CU-RU
Laboratory
Clinical Core Laboratory
Section
Toxicology & Specialized Mass Spectrometry
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions

Collect 24 hour urine in a clean, plastic container with no metal cap or glued insert and no preservative. Aliquot urine into a clean, plastic container with no metal cap or glued insert and refrigerate within 4 hours of completion of collection. Record 24 hour urine volume and collection dates/times on the request form.

Normal Volume

10 mL aliquot of 24 hour urine collection

Rejection Criteria
Specimens collected with Acid Preservative are not acceptable.
Billing
CPT Code
82525
Fee Code
22175
LOINC
5633-3
NY State Approved
No