ELECTROLYTES

Test Code
NMCP ELECTOLYTES


Alias/See Also
lytes


Includes
Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Carbon Dioxide, Anion Gap


Preferred Specimen
Serum, Plasma Urine


Minimum Volume
2ml/10 ml urine


Transport Container
Red-top tube, SST, or Green PST (Li Heparin) or sterile urine cup


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature




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.