CHLORIDE

Message

Heparin choice is Lithium

Test Code

CPT Codes
82435

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

0.6 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

or 1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma/serum and red cells. See Specimen Container for appropriate sample type. Refrigerate until tested.

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Hemolysis, lipemia, and icterus interferes

Methodology

Indirect ISE (Ion Selective Electrode)

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

Reference Range

98 - 107 mEq/L

Clinical Significance

Used in the diagnosis and treatment of electrolyte and metabolic disorders; used in assessing kidney function

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)

Last Updated: April 25, 2023

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.