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POTASSIUM, URINE

Test Code
NMCP URINE K+


Alias/See Also
Potassium Random, Urine Potassium 24HR


Preferred Specimen
Urine


Minimum Volume
10ml (random urine) or 24 hr urine container


Instructions
Obtain 24 hr collection container from laboratory services. No preservative needed. Keep on ice or refrigerated. 24 hour specimens not processed stat.


Transport Container
Urine cup for random or brown plastic urine container for 24 hour.


Transport Temperature
REFRIGERATE or FREEZE URINE ALIQUOT




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.