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Basic Metabolic Panel

Message
Tests included: Glucose, BUN, Creatinine, Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Total Carbon Dioxide, Anion Gap and Calcium, eGFR


Test Code
LAB15


Preferred Specimen
Serum separator tube SST, or Green (Lithium Heparin)


Instructions
Allow serum tube to clot completely at room temperature. Centrifuge within 30 minutes of collection. Transport 1 ml serum or plasma (min 0.5 mL).


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
Maintain at room teperature while processing. Refrigerate for transport and long term storage.


Methodology
DxC 700 AU



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.