Useful For
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Detecting lead exposure using nail specimens
Special Instructions
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Method Name
A short description of the method used to perform the test
Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
NY State Available
Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
No
Reporting Name
Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test
Lead, Nails
Aliases
Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Specimen Type
Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Nail
Necessary Information
ORDER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Question ID |
Description |
Answers |
PBNSC |
Specimen Source |
Finger
Toe
Finger and Toe
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Specimen Required
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Supplies: Hair and Nails Collection Kit (T565)
Specimen Volume: 0.2 g
Collection Instructions:
1. Prepare and transport specimen per the instructions in the kit or see Collecting Hair and Nails for Metals Testing in Special Instructions.
2. Clippings should be taken from all 10 fingernails or toenails.
Special Instructions
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Specimen Minimum Volume
Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the Testing Laboratory
Reject Due To
Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability. |
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Special Container |
Nail |
Ambient (preferred) |
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Frozen |
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Refrigerated |
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Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Detecting lead exposure using nail specimens
Reference Values
Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
<4.0 mcg/g of nails
Reference values apply to all ages.
Interpretation
Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results
Normally, the nail lead content is below 4.0 mcg/g. While nail lead content above 10.0 mcg/g may indicate significant lead exposure, nails are also subject to potential external contamination with environmental lead. Ultimately, the nail lead content needs to be interpreted in addition to the overall clinical scenario including symptoms, physical findings, and other diagnostic results when determining further actions.
Cautions
Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances
Blood lead analysis has the strongest correlation with toxicity.
Clinical Reference
Recommendations for in-depth reading of a clinical nature
1. Strumylaite L, Ryselis S, Kregzdyte R: Content of lead in human hair from people exposed to lead. Int J Hyg Environ Health. 2004;207:345-351
2. Barbosa F, Tanus-Santos J, Gerlach R, Parsons P: A critical review of biomarkers used for monitoring human exposure to lead: advantages, limitations, and future needs. Environ Health Perspect. 2005;113:1669-1674
3. Sanna E, Liguori A, Palmes L, et al: Blood and hair lead levels in boys and girls living in two Sardinian towns at different risks of lead pollution. Ecotoxicol Environ Saf. 2003;500:293-299
4. Strathmann FG, Blum LM: Toxic elements. In: Nader R, Horwath AR, Wittwer CT, eds. Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics. 6th ed. Elsevier; 2018:chap 42
Special Instructions
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Method Description
Describes how the test is performed and provides a method-specific reference
Lead in nails is analyzed by inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) in kinetic energy discrimination (KED) mode using gallium, iridium, and lutetium as internal standards, and a salt matrix calibration.(Unpublished Mayo method)
PDF Report
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No
Report Available
The interval of time (receipt of sample at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to results available) taking into account standard setup days and weekends. The first day is the time that it typically takes for a result to be available. The last day is the time it might take, accounting for any necessary repeated testing.
2 to 8 days
Specimen Retention Time
Outlines the length of time after testing that a specimen is kept in the laboratory before it is discarded
14 days
Rochester
Fees
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Test Classification
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This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.
Test Id |
Test Order Name |
Order LOINC Value
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PBNA |
Lead, Nails |
8202-4 |
Result Id |
Test Result Name |
Result LOINC Value
Applies only to results expressed in units of measure originally reported by the performing laboratory. These values do not apply to results that are converted to other units of measure.
|
2506 |
Lead, Nails |
8202-4 |
PBNSC |
Specimen Source |
31208-2 |
Test Setup Resources
Setup Files
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Excel |
Pdf
SI Sample Reports
International System (SI) of Unit reports are provided for a limited number of tests. These reports are intended for international account use and are only available through MayoLINK accounts that have been defined to receive them.
SI Normal Reports |
SI Abnormal Reports