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Test Name:
Cadmium, Urine, Random


  • SBMF No:
    23363
  • Performance Lab Name:
    Manual Lab
  • Test Mnemonic:
    U CADR_
  • ABN:
    Not required
  • CPT Code:
    82300
  • LOINC Code:
    5611-9
  • Also See:
    23164 Heavy Metals (As, Cd, Hg, Pb), Quantitative, Urine, Random
  • Spec Type:
    Urine, random
  • Spec Container:
    Plastic, metal-free, container with tightly fitting lid
  • Pref Vol:
    Entire specimen or 10.0 mL
  • Min Vol:
    5.0 mL
  • Fasting:
    No
  • Spec Collect:
    Routine random urine collection
  • Spec Store Transport:
    Refrigerated
  • Spec Stability:
    1 week refrigerated (2-8°C)
  • Spec Remarks:
    Note: 24-hour urine is optimal specimen for heavy metal testing
  • Methodology:
    Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry
  • Use:
    Screen for heavy metal poisoning and toxic exposure
  • Clinical Significance:
    The level of trace elements in human body fluids is of great importance for the diagnosis and treatment of a patient’s condition. It is also crucial to monitor individuals who may be exposed to high levels of toxins.
  • Reference Range:
    Less than 3.0 µg/L
  • Day Run:
    Mon, Thu
  • Time Run:
    6:00 am
  • Time Reported:
    5:00 pm
  • Test Type:
    CHEMISTRY