ELECTROLYTE PANEL

Test Code: 005Specimen Collection: Serum
Component:


Sodium
Potassium
Chloride
CO2 (Bicarbonate)

Method:


ISE
ISE
ISE
S

Collection Notes: Centrifuge within 30 minutes after collection. Minimize exposure of sample to air. Store tightly sealed. Avoid hemolysis.
Clinical Utility: Electrolyte panel is useful for monitoring acid-base balance. Increases or decreases in electrolyte levels are due to a variety of causes.
CPT Code: 80051Testing Location: AML
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

Serum (0.5 mL)

Refrigerated
 
7
 
Days
Frozen
 
30
 
Days
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