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HelpTest ID BLOD0529 Electrolytes Panel
Synonym
Lytes
Specimen Type/Requirements
Light Green top (Lithium Heparin w/gel) tube - Plasma (Preferred)
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Specimen should be centrifuged and separated within 2 hours of collection.
Test may be affected by gross hemolysis, gross icterus and gross lipemia.
Bismarck
Potassium will be affected by any hemolysis.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
| Pediatric Volume | 0.25 mL |
Stability/Transport
Sioux Falls, Fargo, Bemidji, Black Hills
| Room Temperature | 8 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 72 hours or 7 days without CO2 | Preferred for Transport |
| Frozen | 2 weeks |
Bismarck
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 1 week | Preferred for Transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Additional Information
Test includes the following: Sodium, Potassium, Chloride and CO2.
Methodology
See individual tests.
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo, Bismarck, Bemidji, Black Hills
CPT
80051