Mercury
| Test Name | Mercury |
| Alternate Name(s) | HG |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | MERC |
| Specimen Type |
Whole Blood |
| Collection Container | DARK BLUE (K2EDTA or Na Heparin |
| Container Information | |
| Collection Information |
Collect specimen in a dark blue top tube Do NOT centrifuge |
| Test Schedule | |
| Routine Turnaround Time | 3 days |
| Stat Turnaround Time | |
| Reference Interval | |
| Critical Values | |
| Lab Process Notes | Do not centrifuge or separate. SEND ENTIRE TUBE. |
| Storage and Transport | Store and transport refrigerated. |
| Test Referred To | Offsite, Reference Laboratory |
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