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| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | LYTES |
| EPIC | LAB16 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Evaluating and monitoring electrolyte balance
Method Name
Ion-Selective Electrode (ISE)
Spectrophotometry (SP)
Reference Values
See individual analytes
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Profile Information
|
Individual Test Description |
|---|
| ANION GAP |
| CARBON DIOXIDE, SERUM |
| CHLORIDE, SERUM |
| POTASSIUM, SERUM |
| SODIUM, SERUM |
Specimen Type
Submit one of the following:
~ Plasma
~ Serum
Preferred Container
Plasma Separator Tube (PST)
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Plasma: 1 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))
Serum: 1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Plasma: 0.3 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))
Serum: 0.3 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot within 2 hours of draw and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Plasma
Refrigerated: 3 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Note: LiHep whole blood specimen stability = 2 hours @ ambient temp
Specimen Type: Serum
Refrigerated: 3 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 80051 | Electrolyte Panel |
Keywords
BICARBONATE
CHLORIDE
CL
NA
POTASSIUM
SODIUM
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Dark Green Top Tube (Lithium Heparin) – Lithium Heparin whole blood acceptable MMC-P only.
Red Top Tube
Orange Top Tube (Rapid clot serum)