Test Code LAB16 Electrolyte Panel
Additional Codes
CPT Code: 80051
Methodology
Profile Information: | |
Anion Gap | Potassium LAB114 |
Carbon Dioxide (CO2 ) LAB55 | Sodium LAB122 |
Chloride LAB59 |
This test is also included in Basic Metabolic Panel (LAB15) and Renal Function Panel (LAB19).
Performing Laboratory
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory: Chemistry
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Draw blood in a green-top (lithium heparin) tube. (Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.) Spin down and send 2 mL of lithium heparin plasma.
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Serum
Draw blood in a gold-top serum gel tube. (Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.) Spin down and send 2 mL of serum.
Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Reference Values
ANION GAP
5-15 mEq/L
See individual test listings for other reference values.
Additional Information
Available STAT