Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Fresh whole blood, capillary puncture

Container/Tube: EDTA metal-free, microtainer only

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.25 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Draw by capillary method.

2. Use of EDTA microtainer only is acceptable.

3. Send specimen in original collection tube.

Forms: MDH Blood Lead Report Form is required. A MDH Blood Lead Report Form is available in Special Instructions.