Chloride

Test Code

CL, ECL

Alias/See Also

CL, Choride, Electrolyte, EPOC Chloride

CPT Codes
82435

Preferred Specimen

Light GREEN (PST)

Other Acceptable Specimens

DKGRN (Dark Green Whole Blood)
RED (RED),
Gold (SST)
Heparinzed Syringe (Whole Blood) for EPOC or WB testing methods

Specimen Stability

Serum/plasma: Use fresh sample for analysis when possible. Separate serum or plasma from the red blood cells as soon as possible.
Stable in serum/plasma for at least one week when stored at 2 - 30°C.
Store the samples in a stoppered tube if analysis is delayed.
Whole Blood: Test specimen as soon as possible after collection. Refer to testing method for more specific details.

Setup Schedule

24x7

Reference Range

< 3 Months Age: 95-115 mmol/L; Critical < 80 mmol/L and > 120 mmol/L
> 3 Months Age: 98-110 mmol/L

Clinical Significance

Blood chloride testing is often ordered, along with other electrolytes, as part of a regular physical to screen for a variety of conditions. These tests may also be ordered to help diagnose the cause of signs and symptoms such as prolonged vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and respiratory distress.

Performing Laboratory
CRMC Laboratory
CCMC Laboratory
CCI Laboratory
FHSH Laboratory
CRMC and CCMC POC (EPOC)

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.