SALICYLATE

Test Code

SAL (OE & LAB)

CPT Codes
80179

Preferred Specimen

Red Tube

Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

Green Tube (Lithium Heparin)

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum or plasma from red cells.

Transport Container

RED Tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days (Red top or Li Hep)
2-8°C up to 24 hours (Gold top)

Methodology
Colorimetric

Setup Schedule

DAILY, as received

Report Available

STAT: <60 minutes
Routine: <4 hours

Reference Range

Male/Female All Ages: Normal Range: 15-30 mg/dl Critical High : >=30 mg/dl

Clinical Significance

This test is used to detect a high level of salicylate in the blood. It helps diagnose an overdose (salicylate poisoning) or to monitor a person who takes a prescription-strength salicylate.

Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hospital
Holy Cross Hospital

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.