A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z #

POTASSIUM, URINE, RANDOM

Test Code
RK


Alias/See Also
  • K+
  • Lytes
  • Electrolytes


CPT Codes
84133

Preferred Specimen
Sterile Container


Patient Preparation
Collected by patient

Minimum Volume
1 mL (5 mL optimal)


Transport Container
URINE Container


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 3 days


Methodology
Potentiometric

Setup Schedule
DAILY, as received


Report Available
STAT: <60 minutes
Routine: <4 hours


Reference Range
Reference ranges have not been established for random samples


Clinical Significance
Urinary excretion of potassium is increased in primary aldosteronism. It is often increased in dehydration and in salicylate toxicity. Decreased levels are seen in malabsorption


Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hospital



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