Electrolyte Profile

Test Code
LYTE


CPT Codes
80051

Preferred Specimen
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Draw blood in a green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Spin specimen down and send 1 mL of plasma. Avoid hemolysis.
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Serum
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube. Spin specimen down and send 1 mL of serum. Avoid hemolysis.
Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Methodology
Profile Information:
Carbon Dioxide Potassium
Chloride Sodium


Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range
See individual test listings.


Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department

Performing Laboratory
NMMC Pathology Department



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.