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LAB16
Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
Collection Method
Venipuncture
Container
Lt Green / Plasma Separator / Lithium Heparin
Specimen Type
Preferred
- Plasma- Light Green Top (Lithium heparin)
Acceptable
- Serum- Gold Top SST or Red Top
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Reference or Target Ranges
See individual test components for reference ranges
Reportable Units
mmol/L
Critical Value
See individual test components for more information.
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | See individual tests |
| Icterus Threshold | See individual tests |
| Lipemia Threshold | See individual tests |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly labeled, improper specimen type |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availability | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
Panel Components
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Chloride
- CO2
- Anion Gap (Calc)
CPT Codes
80051
Last review/edit date
2025