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SODIUM

Test Code
NA


CPT Codes
84295

Preferred Specimen
Serum


Instructions
Centrifuge SST or PST after clotting to separate serum from cells


Transport Container
SST or PST for Chemistry


Methodology
Siemens Advia 1800

Reference Range
136-147 MEQ/L


Clinical Significance
Blood sodium testing is used to detect hyponatremia or hypernatremia associated with dehydration, edema, and a variety of diseases. Your doctor may order this test, along with other electrolytes, to screen for an electrolyte imbalance. It may be ordered to determine if a disease or condition involving the brain, lungs, liver, heart, kidney, thyroid, or adrenal glands is causing or being exacerbated by a sodium deficiency or excess. In patients with a known electrolyte imbalance, a blood sodium test may be ordered at regular intervals to monitor the effectiveness of treatment. It may also be ordered to monitor patients taking medications that can affect sodium levels, such as diuretics.




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.