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Test Code LAB59 Chloride

Additional Codes

CPT Code: 82435

Methodology

This test is also included in Basic Metabolic Panel (LAB15); Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (LAB17); Electrolytes Panel (LAB16); and Renal Function Panel (LAB19).

If carbon dioxide, potassium, and sodium are also requested, order Electrolytes Panel (LAB16) instead of individual tests.

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. 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. Spin down and send 2 mL of serum.
Note: 1. Indicate serum.

2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Reference Values

98-107 mEq/L

Additional Information

Available STAT