Test ID ASOU Arsenic Occupational Exposure, Random, Urine
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of profile. For more information see:
-ASUOE / Arsenic Occupational Exposure with Reflex, Random, Urine
-HMUOE / Heavy Metal Occupational Exposure, with Reflex, Random, Urine
Secondary ID
608890Useful For
Screening test for detection of occupational exposure to arsenic in random urine specimens
Testing Algorithm
If total arsenic concentration is 10 mcg/L or greater, then speciation will be performed at an additional charge.
Specimen Type
UrineSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Only orderable as part of profile. For more information see:
-ASUOE / Arsenic Occupational Exposure with Reflex, Random, Urine
-HMUOE / Heavy Metal Occupational Exposure, with Reflex, Random, Urine
Biological Exposure Indices (BEI): <35 mcg/L at end of work week
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysCPT Code Information
82175